Maytag Washer PAV3300*

Disconnect all wiring connections from the machine wiring harness to the motor starting switch

Does the motor run in one direction but not reverse?

Use a two conductor test cord with two female spade connector terminals on each conductor (tool number 038183)

Connect the two spade connectors on one side of the cord to terminals 1 and 4 on the starting switch

Connect the two connectors on the other side of the cord to the starting switch terminals 2 and 3

Disconnect all wiring connections from the machine wiring harness to the motor starting switch

Read from the P to P terminals at the motor switch

Did the overload protector open repeatedly?

If Overload Protector Opens Repeatedly

Disconnect the unit from the power source

Remove the transmission from the washer cabinet

Remove the cams, drive pulley, and brake assembly

Remove the screws securing the suspension housing to the lower bearing assembly

Slip the pipe and cap assembly over the drive shaft and up against the drive tube

Use a puller with at least a 3 1/2 inch spread to remove the lower bearing assembly

Ensure all necessary parts for seal replacement are available

Check if the spin bearing needs replacement

Remove the bearing and seal housing to access the tub seal

Coat the mounting recess of the housings with silicone grease (part number 203959)

Ensure no grease comes in contact with the mating surfaces of the seal

Clean both seal mating surfaces with an alcohol saturated cloth

Disconnect the unit from the power source

Remove the bearing and seal housing and the tub support

Remove the seal body from the housing cavity

Press the spin bearing out of the cavity from the opposite side of the housing

Install the replacement bearing into the housing cavity

Ensure the bearing is properly seated

Check for any visible damage to the bearing shield