If your TOP LOADING Whirlpool washer is leaking, the following link explains how to remove the exterior washer case in order to accurately inspect the washer interior components for the source of your leak:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3576648-washer_leak__top_loader If the leak is more like a constant drip, a common source of leaks with Whirlpool manufactured top loaders is a leaking drain pump. These pumps are not serviceable and if damaged, must be replaced. The following link explains how:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3794382-replacing_water_pump_whirlpool_topDon't forget to check all drain hose connections under the washer and the center tub seal.
Replacement parts (if required) can be purchased at any of the following websites:
searspartrsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
appliancepartspros.com
repairclinic.com
Prices vary between sites, so shop and compare. The first three sites listed also have helpful exploded view parts illustrations to assist you with locating and properly identifying the parts you may need.
If you have any questions, please post back and let me know. I hope this helps you.
Figured it out. There are three springs that center the tub, one of the brackets on the side held by a screw vibrated loose and was stuck to the motor (magnetic attraction.) Detached, found the screw and replaced. Seems like it's fixed.
Interesting, I'll have to look at mine again. I thought mine was the pump and it may be. I packed it w grease and was good for 6 cycles or so then noticed the water splashing out the top and realized mine wasn't level or front higher than back where the catch is, that is designed to put that water back in. Instead of leak out the sides from the top. It was good for another 6 cycles or so and now leaks bad on second and 3rd drain so must be the pump or the centering springs u mentioned. Thx
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