The Whirlpool W11497303 Washing Machine Drive Motor is the powerhouse underneath your washing machine's drum agitation and spinning. This motor is directly attached to the spin basket and driving pulley, and when turned on, it rotates at varying rates based on the wash cycle selected. During the wash cycle, the motor spins the drum in both directions, tumbling the clothing to ensure thorough cleaning. During the spin cycle, the motor shifts into high gear, swiftly rotating the drum to collect excess water from your clothes. A malfunctioning drive motor can show in a variety of ways. If your washer struggles to agitate or spin the clothes adequately, or if it makes weird noises or grinds while operating, the drive motor could be the problem.
