CAW8350EW2 Crosley Washer - Instructions

There are a lot of complaints, with these new energy efficient washers, no matter the brand, on the amount of water that is being used, and not properly washing your cloths, while in the wash cycle.
I got this new MayTag washer, and wanted to see it work, for myself, so I can try to correct the problem. But in order to see it work, and fill, the lid has to be open, to observe it working.
To do so, there is a part connected to the lid, called a "STRIKE", that when the lid is down, it activates the electronics, making the washer run.
So, I purchased this strike, to insert it in the washer, so I can observe the washer running, while the lid is open. Very easy, no tools required, just stick it in the slot, where the strike, on the lid goes, when the lid is closed.

I followed the instructions provided by the video which I thought were spot on. Even to the size of the phillips screw driver.

Replaced the drive belt and shift actuator but that did not fix the problem! So I ordered a transmission and this still did not fix it! I give up! Time to get a new washer!

Replaced the suspension rods not an easy task but very rewarding to hear it running quiet again when spinning.

It was so simple. The staff person recommended that I just YouTube it and recommended other options. As I said it was simple,
Everything I needed was in the box.
I removed the new part from the box.
I used the equipment needed to remove the top of the Agitator's bolt.
Removed the old part, clean the inside area.
Installed the new part which took some hard pushing down onto center piece and replaced the bolt in the casing.
Placed the top back on and done.

Remove upper rear panel with drill driver and 1/4" nut driver bit. using the angle bit holder and torx bit remove the two screws holding the assembly in place. Slide out the old assembly and disconnect the wiring harness at the machine. Slide new assembly in place. While holding it down start both screws by hand, then use the driver/angle holder to tighten screws. Reattach the wiring harness and rear plate(s).

I watched the instructions on line, and followed them. Completed the parts change with out any problems, but that wasn't everything I had to do to make the washer to work again. I had to clear all the fault codes that were on the machine. Then the washer started working in all the cycles.

My fault completely! I shut a valve off to a spicket that I have in my garage due to a Nebraska winter. The problem turned out to be that my washer was receiving its cold water from the line that I shut off. So it was an expensive lesson to learn after replacing the switch harness and the latch. Water was turned off Ding Dong!

Watch video on the site and the insulation will be easy and take about 30 min.

Removed the old and replaced with new

Remove the upper cover on the rear,5 hex screws. Then remove the 2 torx screws holding the valve assembly, its as easy as that.Reverse the process and reassemble, easy.

Removed old one (2 screws) slid in place and screwed in.

I turned off and disconnected the water lines (have a bucket ready) and tipped the washer on its back. I followed along with the provided video that was super helpful. Disconnecting, moving the washer, and reconnecting everything took longer than the repair. Very satisfied with this repair!

Once we put the washer on it's side noticed lots of oil on the floor and in the belt cover area. Replaced belt anyway but issue is the leaking transmission. Starting warranty process since Maytag carries a 10-year part warranty and machine is 6.5 years old. Wish me luck !!!

Removed two screws to remove guard. Two screws to remove another part with wires. Pulley nut was already missing. Component was twist locking tabs.