GE Washing Machine Leaking Water Into Tub - Water Valve Replacement

ID: 181799

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Steps:

  1. Unplug the washer from the wall outlet before starting this repair.
  2. Turn off the water supply and remove both inlet hoses.
  3. Check for any debris in the inlet filters of the valves and hoses.
  4. Remove the two long 1/4-inch hex-head screws from the back corners of the console.
  5. Lift and rotate the control console forward, taking care of the attached wires and pressure hose.
  6. Disconnect the pressure hose if more room is needed to access the valve area.
  7. Remove the two short 1/4-inch hex-head screws that secure the water valve to the housing.
  8. Pull each wire harness off the valve solenoids, using needle-nose pliers if the connectors are tight.
  9. Note the color and position of each wire harness so you do not mix them up during reassembly.
  10. Slide the water-valve assembly upward and away from the washer cabinet.
  11. Angle the new water valve into place, then slide it down until it seats.
  12. Shift the tub rearward through the washer lid opening if the valve does not seat properly.
  13. Line up the mounting holes for the valve and reinstall the two shorter screws.
  14. Reconnect each wire harness onto its correct solenoid by matching the original color order.
  15. Reconnect the pressure hose to the control board if you removed it earlier.
  16. Slide the console back and ensure the plastic tabs lock into place over the machine top.
  17. Secure using the two original longer screws at the back of the console.
  18. Reconnect the hot and cold supply hoses, and inspect the hose washers for wear.
  19. Open the water valves and plug the washer’s power cord back into the outlet.
  20. Run a quick fill cycle and check for drips around the newly installed valve.
  21. Confirm the wire-harness connections if the washer does not fill properly.
  22. Check the household water pressure if leaks persist after installation.
  23. Install or replace inline filter screens on the hoses to help keep debris out of the new valve.
  24. Inspect the hoses and screens regularly to avoid buildup that can damage the new valve.
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