How to Replace Washing Machine Bearings

How to Replace Washing Machine Bearings
Washing machine bearings need replacing? In this video, eSpares will show you how to change washing machine bearings so you can return your appliance to working order.

If your washing machine is making a lot of noise, or if the inner drum is moving excessively, there's a good chance you will need to replace drum bearings. Is it difficult to change washing machine bearings? Not with the right guidance! That's why we're here to walk you through the process of how to change bearings in a washing machine step by step, helping you get your appliance back in working order.

When this problem occurs, you will need washing machine bearings replacements for your old bearings. You can find these on the eSpares website right here.

You can also find any other spare parts or accessories you might need on the online eSpares shop, so you can keep your appliance in great shape.

If your washing machine is dealing with any other drum problems and you aren’t sure what the problem is, our drum problems diagnosis video will help you get to the bottom of it.

Want to skip straight to the information you need? Here's what we talk about in each part of our video:

0:00 Introducing the video
0:08 Suggested playlist: How to diagnose a faulty washing machine
0:14 The purpose of the drum bearings
0:21 Why the drum bearings may need replacing
0:35 Suggested video: How to Diagnose Drum Problems in a Washing Machine
1:31 How to remove the tub from the machine
8:37 Removing the door seal from the tub
9:09 Removing the pulley wheel
9:52 How to separate the two halves of the tub
11:30 How to remove the old small rear bearing
12:22 How to remove the old front bearing
13:26 How to fit the new bearings
15:12 Putting the tub back together
16:53 How to check if the tub is watertight
17:00 Suggested video: How to Clean a Smelly Washing Machine
17:12 Putting the washing machine back together

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