How to Change a Coupler on a Sears Kenmore Washer

Unplug the washer power cord. Remove the screws on the ends of the control console.

Pull the control console toward the front of the washer to disconnect the rear tabs. Swing the console back to rest on its hinges behind the washer.

Unplug the lid switch electrical harness.

Insert the flat blade screwdriver between the top and front panels. Pry the panel up on the left and right ends to unhook the internal clips.

Pull the top panel forward to disengage it from the back of the washer. Lift the top panel off, and set it aside.

Lift the front panel straight up to disconnect it from the Kenmore washer base. Set the front panel aside.

Unhook the hose from the top of the pump next to the motor. Set the hose in a bucket to collect any standing water.

Unhook the hose from the bottom of the pump. Set the hose in the bucket to collect the remaining water.

Remove the screws holding the motor to the washer cabinet. Lift the motor out of the washer.

Pull the coupler off the motor. Pull the other end off the gear case.

Press the new coupler onto the motor until it snaps into place. Press the other end onto the gear case.

Replace the motor inside the Sears Kenmore washer cabinet. Reverse the disassembly steps to put the washing machine back together.