How to Remove the Motor Whirlpool WED87HED Prereq

ID: 161012

Description:

Steps:

1. Use a flat head screwdriver to lift the connector locking clips.
2. Disconnect the connector by pulling it straight off.
3. Be sure to grip the connector and not the wires when disconnecting.

4. Use long nose pliers to disconnect the blue belt switch wire with the metal head.
5. Be sure to grip the connector and not the wire when disconnecting.
6. The third photo will help on reassembly.

7. Disconnect the blue belt switch lead with the white connector.

8. Use one hand to press down on the motor retainer clip bump. This should make it easy to unhook the clip from the motor cradle mount.
9. While maintaining the downward pressure, use your other hand to unhook the clip from the motor cradle mount.

10. Lift the motor retainer clip off the motor and remove it.
11. Repeat the last two steps for the other motor clip.

12. Lift the motor out of the motor mount and remove it.