{"product_id":"w10721967-washer-pulley-clutch-kit-w10006384-washer-drive-belt","title":"W10721967 Washer Pulley Clutch Kit \u0026 W10006384 Drive Belt for Whirlpool Kenmore Maytag","description":"\u003ch2\u003eW10721967 Washer Pulley Clutch Kit \u0026amp; W10006384 Drive Belt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Drive System Overhaul:\u003c\/strong\u003e This bundled kit includes both the heavy-duty splutch (clutch\/pulley) assembly and a high-tensile drive belt, addressing the two most common points of failure in modern top-load washer transmissions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Cam Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The W10721967 splutch kit features a reinforced plastic cam and a high-tension steel spring designed to fully engage and disengage the drive shaft without the stripping and grinding associated with older designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Ribbed Drive Belt:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included W10006384 belt is manufactured from industrial-grade, heat-resistant rubber with deep V-groove ribs to grip the motor and transmission pulleys tightly, preventing slippage under heavy wet loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores Agitation \u0026amp; Spin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the loud, metallic grinding noises that occur when the washer attempts to shift between the agitation cycle and the high-speed spin cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OEM Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to exact factory specifications for the VMW (Vertical Modular Washer) platform, ensuring perfect alignment and tension right out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eW10721967 (Splutch Cam \/ Pulley Clutch Kit):\u003c\/strong\u003e AP5951296, PS10057144, W10006356, W10315818, W10006352, W10006353, W10006354, W10326374, W10536113, W10721967VP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eW10006384 (Drive Belt):\u003c\/strong\u003e WPW10006384, AP6014712, PS11747978, WPW10006384VP, 4440023, AH2579381, EA2579381, 1871380, LP13725, EAP11747978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis repair kit is designed specifically for the widely used Vertical Modular Washer (VMW) platform. Compatible brands include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaytag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenmore \/ Sears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdmiral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInglis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoud Grinding Noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e A harsh, chattering, or grinding noise coming from the bottom of the washer during the shift from washing to spinning indicates the splutch teeth have stripped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWasher Will Not Spin or Agitate:\u003c\/strong\u003e You hear the motor humming underneath, but the tub does not move. This means the belt has snapped, or the splutch cam is completely broken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBurning Rubber Smell:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the splutch jams, the motor will continue to spin against a stationary belt, melting the rubber and creating a strong burning odor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eError Codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern VMW washers may flash an optical sensor or shift actuator error code (such as F7E1 or F7E5) if the splutch fails to engage properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the washer from the wall outlet. Tape the lid shut so it does not flop open, and carefully lean the washer back against a wall (or lay it on its front) to access the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove the Shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need to remove the plastic protective cover (usually held by two 5\/16\" screws) to access the belt and pulley system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Rolling Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePRO TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not try to stretch the new belt over both pulleys at once. Hook it onto the small motor pulley first, start it on the edge of the large splutch pulley, and slowly rotate the large pulley by hand to \"roll\" the belt into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Shift Actuator:\u003c\/strong\u003e While you are replacing the splutch, inspect the optical Shift Actuator (the small part with wires mounted next to the splutch). 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