18.Using the procedure in step 13, remove the two front shock absorbers from the tub.

19.Lift the tub and basket assembly and un- hook the two suspension springs, then remove the assembly from the washer, and place it front-down on a padded sur- face so that the back pulley faces up. NOTE: The suspension springs are in- stalled in the front slots of the cabinet, as well as in the tub. Do not use the back slots; they are used with other models.

Front Slot

 

Front Slot

 

 

 

Front Holes

21.Mark the edges of the 23 tub clamps with a pencil so that you can reinstall the clamps in the same locations later.

22.Use a screwdriver blade, and pry off the 23 tub clamps.

Tub Clamp

20.Remove the 15/16 inch hex-washer nut from the drive pulley and remove the pul- ley from the basket shaft.

 

 

Drive Pulley Nut

Drive Pulley

 

 

 

 

Pencil Marks

 

 

 

Screwdriver

 

 

 

Tub Clamp

Pry Clamp Out

 

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