Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the speed sensor in a GE washer (Model GTW465ASN2WW). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it's missing or broken.
This replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
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Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the speed sensor in your ge washer, you will need an impact driver with a 1/4” bit, pliers, a 3/8” socket, a 14mm socket, a pick, a flathead screwdriver, a 1/4" to 3/8” socket adapter, and a 1/4” socket adapter.
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Before you begin the procedure, unplug the power to the washer.
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Shut off the water supply
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Remove the drain line from the wall
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Remove the hot and cold-water supply lines from the inlet valve…
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Prop up the washer. you can use a wooden block or chair.
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Unthread the three screws on the protective belt cover to remove it.
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Using the 14mm socket, unthread the nut.
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Pull the belt off of the big pulley first then remove it.
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Remove the pulley off the shaft.
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Using the flathead screwdriver, apply outward pressure on the speed sensor while using the pick to undo the holding tabs, then slide the sensor off.
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Pull up on the red safety tab to unlock the speed sensor connector then unplug it.
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To install the new speed sensor, plug in the speed sensor and push down on the red tab to lock the connector.
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Slide the speed sensor over the motor frame and press to snap in place.
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Slide the pulley on the shaft and line it up with the splines, then thread the nut onto the shaft. while tightening, the pulley will seat into position.
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Place the belt ribside facing inward over the big pulley then stretch the belt over the small pulley.
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Rotate the pulleys to align the belt properly.
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Align the cover and start one of the three screws.
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Place the grounding connector over the screw and rethread it to the bottom of the transmission.
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Now rethread the last screw.
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Reattatch the hot and cold-water supply lines.
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Insert the drain hose back into the wall drain.
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Turn on the water supply