Most Popular Parts
These are the most commonly purchased repair parts for 6540A.
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This hose clamp expands from half an inch to an inch in diameter. It is made entirely of metal and is intended for use with Maytag washing machines to secure the end of the drain hose to the pump drain port. Please make sure to disconnect the power to your washer before you start your repair. This hose clamp is a genuine OEM part and is sold individually.
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This screw is sold individually.
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The transmission pulley and bearing kit, also known as a thrust bearing kit, is located on the drive shaft. If your washer won’t agitate during use, drum won’t drain, or there is a loud noise during operation, you may need to replace this part. A worn bearing also causes slow spinning or no spin at all. This kit includes the pulley that rotates to spin the tub, washer, and thrust bearing that fits between the pulley and the transmission shaft, 2 upper race washers, 1 lower race washer and the instruction sheet. This is a genuine OEM kit; the parts are not available separately. Please remember to disconnect the power and water supply to the washer before starting the repair.
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The snubber ring works in conjunction with your washing machine by helping to reduce noise and vibration during operation. The snubber ring fits between the leg and washer base. It is white in color, and measures approximately 8 1/2” in diameter. If your washer is making a loud noise or shakes a lot during use, the snubber ring may need to be replaced. Disconnect the power and water supply before beginning your repair. This is a genuine OEM part.
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The lid hinge attaches to the lid of your washer to allow the lid to pivot open and closed when in use. This part is the female end of the lid hinge. The lid hinge is an inch and a half long. It is all white in color and is made entirely of plastic.
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This V-style drive belt is about 51-inch long and 3/8-inch wide. This part is made to slip onto the motor pulley to bring the basket up to the speed required. The belt encounters wear and tear over time. If your washer will not drain, spin, or agitate, you may need to replace your belt. It is recommended to disconnect the power to your washer before you start your repair. This V-style belt is a genuine OEM part.