Maytag Washer PAV5157*

Disconnect the unit from the power source

Tip unit and remove the drive belt

Disconnect the inlet hoses from the water mixing valve

Remove the access panel from the cabinet rear and disconnect the discharge hose from the pump outlet

Disconnect lower wiring from the cabinet rear and remove pressure switch hose from tub air bell

Disconnect the unit from the power source

Remove all wiring from the solenoid(s) being tested

Place the test leads across the terminals of the solenoid being tested and record the resistance

Does the meter indicate continuity?

Enter the resistance reading in ohms

Place one test lead on one terminal of the solenoid being tested, and place the other lead on a suitable ground

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 to remove the lower bearing assembly

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

Press against the outer race of the bearing to avoid damage

Ensure the washer is unplugged from the power source

Access the water level switch as detailed in Section 3 under Control Panel Disassembly

Check continuity across terminals 1-2 with the tub empty using an ohmmeter

Check that terminals 1-2 are open and terminals 1-3 indicate continuity when the tub is filled as per the switch setting

Was the water level switch functioning correctly?