How to Replace the Rear Bearing in an LG Washer

Your LG washer has two bearings -- one in the front and one in the a rear -- that work together to turn the tub. If your tub stops turning, leans to one side or starts making grinding or scraping noises, your rear bearing is likely going bad. Replacing the bearing assembly is cheaper than getting a new washer, but to do the job you will need to dissemble the unit down to the tub.

Screwdriver
Mallet
Wood block
Cloth
Rear bearing assembly

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the LG washer. Remove the back panel and the main top of the machine.
- 2
  Remove the door from the front, using the screwdriver. Pry out the boot spring and pull the boot out of the door opening. Pull out the detergent dispenser and press the button near the back to disconnect it from the unit.
- 3
  Remove the front panel of the washer and the kick plate at the bottom, using the screwdriver.
- 4
  Disconnect any wires that may attach the motor to the tub assembly; the number and color will vary depending on the model of your LG washer. Pull the tub assembly out of the unit and rest it so that the rear bearing assembly is facing up.
- 5
  Disconnect the rear bearing assembly from the tub assembly, using the screwdriver. Hit the coupling with a mallet to disconnect the two parts if you’re having trouble separating them. Install a new rear bearing assembly in the tub assembly, using the screwdriver.
- 6
  Reassemble your LG washer. Plug the washer back in.

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