Electrolux Front-Load Washer Suspension Spring Bushing Replacement (part 5304505221)

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$11.21

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$112.50

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Description

This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the suspension spring bushing on Electrolux washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the suspension spring bushing is when the washing machine won't spin.

All of the information in this PART replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Electrolux

Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver or Number two square drive bit, needle-nose pliers.

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Electrolux Front-Load Washer - Model EFLS627UTT

Front-Load Washer Suspension Spring Bushing Replacement

Tools & Assistance Needed

"You will need a Philips-head screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, and clamps for this procedure, and you may need assistance."

Be sure to unplug the power cord.

Have an assistant help you to move the appliance away from the wall.

"Using a Philips-head screwdriver or a number two square drive bit, unthread the rear screws securing the top panel."

Remove the panel.

Use needle-nose pliers to help extend the spring to remove the retainer from the door boot seal.

Peel the boot seal off the lip of the front panel.

Lift and support the front of the washer.

Unthread the four screws securing the bottom of the front panel.

Pull out the dispenser drawer and depress the tab to fully release.

Unthread the two larger screws inside the dispenser drawer housing.

Unthread the three screws securing the top of the front panel.

Lift the front panel up and out to detach.

"Disconnect the two wire connecters to fully remove the panel, then remove the support."

"To prevent strain, release the spring clamp to detach the hose from the front circulation pump."

Loop a ratchet strap around the bottom of the tub and hook the ends of the strap on the support bracket.

Ratchet the strap to lift the tub up to release the tension on the springs.

Unthread the screws to release the appropriate retaining bracket.

Replace at least one screw to secure the support bracket.

"Unhook the spring from the support bracket, and lift off the old bushing, if still intact."

"Install the new suspension spring bushing by positioning it on the support bracket, then hook the spring over the bushing."

Replace the retaining bracket and secure it with the screws.

Lower the tub and remove the ratchet strap.

Reattach the hose to the circulation pump and secure it with the spring clamp.

Support the front of the washer.

Reinstall the front panel by first connecting the control board wire connecter and the door latch wire connecter.

Align the panel on the mounting pins and push down.

Rethread the three screws on top.

Replace the screws in the dispenser drawer housing.

Reinstall the dispenser drawer.

Rethread the four screws to secure the bottom of the front panel.

Remove the support and realign the door boot seal on the lip of the front panel.

Secure it with the retainer by aligning the spring at the top then insert it into the groove of the boot seal.

Realign the top panel and secure it with the screws at the rear.

Move the appliance back against the wall and plug the power cord back in.

Congrats! Your front-load washer is ready for use.