Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Washer not agitating or spinning and not sure if it’s the actuator, wiring, or control board? Grab a multimeter and follow this step‑by‑step test to pinpoint the bad part before you spend a dime on replacements.
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⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 Maytag washer won’t agitate or spin overview
0:29 Tools you’ll need & safety first
0:47 Lid lock test and motor check
1:35 Basket vs agitator movement – control board clues
2:10 Accessing the main control board and J16 connector
2:52 Ohm testing the shift actuator circuit at the board
3:35 Getting under the washer to inspect the shift actuator
4:20 Testing actuator vs wiring harness and final diagnosis
5:25 Installing the new shift actuator & reassembly
6:05 Ordering parts, final tips & wrap‑up
🔧 Tools mentioned: ratchet and socket set, multimeter, torque security bits, bit driver
📚 New to multimeters? Watch our Multimeter Masterclass: youtube.com/watch?v=8p0uj2tnDlg
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Washer not agitating or spinning and not sure if it’s the actuator, wiring, or control board? Grab a multimeter and follow this step‑by‑step test to pinpoint the bad part before you spend a dime on replacements.
🛒 Find parts: appliancepartspros.com/maytag-washer-parts.html
📞 For help locating the part for your model, call us at 1-877-477-7278 or chat with us on our website appliancepartspros.com
💬 Need help? Ask in our forum: forum.appliancepartspros.com
⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 Maytag washer won’t agitate or spin overview
0:29 Tools you’ll need & safety first
0:47 Lid lock test and motor check
1:35 Basket vs agitator movement – control board clues
2:10 Accessing the main control board and J16 connector
2:52 Ohm testing the shift actuator circuit at the board
3:35 Getting under the washer to inspect the shift actuator
4:20 Testing actuator vs wiring harness and final diagnosis
5:25 Installing the new shift actuator & reassembly
6:05 Ordering parts, final tips & wrap‑up
🔧 Tools mentioned: ratchet and socket set, multimeter, torque security bits, bit driver
📚 New to multimeters? Watch our Multimeter Masterclass: youtube.com/watch?v=8p0uj2tnDlg
Follow us: Facebook: facebook.com/appliancepartspros | Reddit: reddit.com/r/AppliancePros
##MaytagWasher ##MaytagWasherRepair ##WasherWontSpin ##AppliancePartsPros ##ShiftActuator ##TopLoadWasher ##WasherRepair
