{"product_id":"w11449840-washer-gearcase","title":"Whirlpool Washer gearcase \/ transmission assembly with tub seal W11449840, Replaces W11164183, W11423758","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"xp\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\/* XPART_SALES_FORMAT_V3 *\/.xp{font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.55}.xp *{box-sizing:border-box}.xp .hero{background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,.86) 55%,rgba(0,0,0,.45)),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:34px 28px;border-radius:14px;color:#fff;margin-bottom:20px}.xp .label{display:inline-block;background:#d71920;color:#fff;font-weight:800;font-size:13px;padding:7px 12px;border-radius:999px;margin-bottom:12px}.xp .hero h2{color:#fff!important;font-size:30px;line-height:1.15;margin:0 0 12px}.xp .hero p{color:#fff}.xp .specs{display:flex;gap:8px;flex-wrap:wrap}.xp .specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,.14);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.28);padding:6px 10px;border-radius:999px;font-size:13px}.xp h2{font-size:23px;margin:28px 0 12px}.xp .grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(185px,1fr));gap:12px}.xp .card{border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:10px;padding:14px;background:#fff}.xp .card strong{display:block;color:#d71920;margin-bottom:4px}.xp .box,.xp .note{background:#f7f7f7;padding:14px 16px;border-radius:8px}.xp .box{border-left:4px solid #d71920}.xp .trust{border:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:18px;border-radius:10px;margin:18px 0}.xp .trust strong{color:#1a7a3c}.xp ul{padding-left:22px}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"hero\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eFAILURE TO AGITATE OR SPIN, OFTEN ACCOMPANIED BY GEARCASE-AREA NOISE OR LEAKAGE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Washer gearcase \/ transmission assembly with tub seal W11449840, Fixes Failure to agitate or spin, often accompanied by gearcase-area noise or leakage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Whirlpool OEM gearcase, also described as a transmission or VMAX 2.0 drive PSC service assembly. The assembly drives the washer agitator and spin basket and includes the tub seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePart W11449840\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplaces W11164183, W11423758\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"trust\"\u003e\nConfirm your full appliance model number before ordering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This the Right Part?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003eW11449840\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces\u003c\/strong\u003eW11164183, W11423758\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppliance Type\u003c\/strong\u003eWasher\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003eWasher gearcase \/ transmission assembly with tub seal\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_CROSS_REFERENCE_START --\u003e\u003ch2\u003e✅ Cross Reference Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003eW11449840\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified Previous OEM Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003eW11164183, W11423758\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_CROSS_REFERENCE_END --\u003e\u003c!-- XPART_AI_ENRICHMENT_START --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWasher does not spin or leaves clothes excessively wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWasher does not agitate or agitates inconsistently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrinding, roaring, rattling, or clunking noise, especially during spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater or oil leakage from the center\/bottom area of the washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive vibration or a loose-feeling spin basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck Before Replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnplug the washer before inspection or service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that the washer powers on and that the motor or drive system is operating before attributing a no-spin or no-agitate condition to the gearcase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the washer’s manufacturer-specified diagnostic or test cycle, if available, and observe whether the agitator and basket move normally; do not bypass safety switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the washer empty and powered off, gently rotate the basket by hand and note unusual grinding, roughness, or excessive looseness. This check is not conclusive by itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect beneath and around the center of the washer for signs of water or oil leakage, while avoiding contact with moving parts or electrical components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore condemning the gearcase, check for simpler external drive problems such as a displaced or damaged belt where the specific washer design uses one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003eA loud, speed-related roaring or grinding noise during spin is consistent with worn gearcase bearings, but verify the noise source and rule out external drive components before replacing the assembly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_ENRICHMENT_END --\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003eW11449840\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type\u003c\/strong\u003eWasher gearcase \/ transmission assembly with tub seal\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppliance Type\u003c\/strong\u003eWasher\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Function\u003c\/strong\u003eWasher gearcase\/transmission assembly that transfers motor power to drive the agitator during washing and the spin basket during extraction; the assembly is supplied with a tub seal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_INSTALLATION_START --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect electrical power before beginning installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the complete washer model number against the part before disassembly; W11449840 is limited to compatible top-load washer applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause the gearcase is located beneath the wash basket and is part of the drive system, replacement requires washer disassembly; follow the model-specific service procedure rather than improvising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the mating tub-seal area and surrounding drive components during replacement, particularly if the original failure involved leakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, run the washer’s applicable service or test cycle and check for abnormal noise, leakage, agitation, and spin operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- XPART_AI_INSTALLATION_END --\u003e\u003c!-- XPART_AI_COMPAT_START --\u003e\u003c!-- XPART_MODEL_HUB_LINKS_V1 --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVerified Compatible Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment reminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verified compatibility is maintained by the XPart Model Hub Network. 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