Replacing maytag thrust bearing kit 12002213

You will need to replace the thrust bearing. The Instructions are included and there is a video on that same page to show you how to make the repair. Whirlpool 12002213 Thrust Bearing Kit AppliancePartsPros com

Yes i too have problem with that and i am a appliance tech and have replaced 100's of thrust bearing kits. What you need to do is use a screwdriver and place it opposite of where your going to install the E clip and pull the transmission shaft down for a bit more room,it takes me as much as a hour doing this sometimes but endure and eventually it will go on!

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Gene

Hello, Thank You for using FixYa. I will be helping you today.You dont use the spring tool when replacing the thrust bearing. Only when removing the brake.It can be hard to get on but no special tool needed.
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From what you're describing I suspect the thrust bearing needs replaced. The thrust bearing is what releases the brakes. You will not be able to rotate the basket manually with the brakes set. I recommend replacing the thrust bearing kit part number

You are going to need this kit 12002213
Your washer features a main drive pulley with a cam riser the releases the brake and allows the tub to spin.
When the motor turns in one direction the tub is locked and the agitator moves back and forth. When the motor turns in the opposite direction the main drive pulley releases the brake and as the water gets propelled out the tub begins to spin. So what can go wrong? When the cam riser gets wear it won't release the brake. The tub won't move and the clothes will be soggy. Here is a great pictorial of what is involved in replacing the thrust kit. along with some manuals and other stuff. My Maytag notes


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Hi,

I would agree with that diagnosis. That is a symptom of a worn thrust bearing for sure and it is a quite common occurrence on your style of washer.

I wouldn't rule out debris in the drain pump as another possibility as well though, i.e. small stones, jewelry, etc. You may want to rule out that possibility before throwing money at a pulley & thrust bearing kit ( it is actually a "transmission pulley kit" which comes with a new thrust bearing as well ). part # 12002213 and retails for about $40-$50 see photo's below.

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Hi, The most common problem is the thrust bearing kit. The thrust bearing is located on the lower shaft of the transmission. The kit includes a new pulley and hardware. The part #12002213 also includes instructions.
Please let me know if this helps you or if I can assist you further.

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Vic

Sears has the part you need:
#24 on diagram Thrust bearing kit (series 10) Number:12500036Substitution:12002213 $31.28 In stock Quantity Add To Cart To be sure you have the correct one your serial number should start with 10. One thing to remember when installing the new kit (which comes with extra washers) If you have too many washers then the tub will not lock down for wash mode and the clothes will get all knotted up. If you have too few washers then the brake will not release and the drum will not spin. So make a note of just how many was on the old unit AND the order they came off.


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All you will need is a 12002213 thrust bearing kit and new belt , the bearing comes with instructions , lay unit on front to do this you schooled not need a transmission

Sounds like the brake liner could be broken. When the machine starts to spin, the motor turns in the opposite direction to the wash cycle and causes the bowl to lift off the brake liner and the bowl then spins freely. Either the riser cam is worn/broken or the brake liner is broken. This is quite involved and you may have to call in a tech.