How To: LG/Kenmore Drain Pump Motor 4681EA2001T 

Thank you for the step-by-step instructions!!!! I performed the repair of the drain pump and the drain hose on our LG washer myself. My husband didn’t think would complete the project. Not only did I fix the washer today, cooked dinner, I now have time to put my feet up, watch a little television and a load of clothes before bedtime!

Excellent video! AppliancePartsPros is my "go to" source for appliance repair. I called LG for on-site/out-of-warranty service since they offered a flat rate price of $125-$250 for labor/parts/service. Catch is all of the LG service providers would not schedule anyone to come out for over two weeks! I called a non-LG service providers, told them the drain pump needed to be replaced and they wanted to charge a $85 trip fee to verify the problem and then they would order the part which they stated would take five days! I ordered the part via standard shipping; it arrived they next day. The box showed the part came from LG; I have no idea why appliance companies cannot source the part the same or next day. I had my laptop with me the laundry room and did it step-by-step and had no problems at all. Washer is now back up and running. Thank you AppliancePartsPros!

THANK YOU, BEst Video ever for saving money. I'm a 60-year-old grandmother and I did this MYSELF by watching your video. The worst part was getting the spring wire back on the gasket, don't give up, you can do this. I have one screw leftover (??) but all seems to be working just fine. Thank you for such a detailed well-edited video which just saved me $1000+ on a new washer.

So, I just completed this and let me just say, I am beyond proud of myself. The reassembly was much more difficult than shown here because I chose not to remove the boot and wrestle with that retainer ring, again. That being said, I totally nailed it. How in the hell were we able to repair anything before youtube?

Thanks for this! Your videos are outstanding and helped me rebuild/refurbish my entire LG washer. That was seven years ago, and it's still running like new. Now Mom's LG has a bad pump, so I'm back again!

Have 10+ year old Kenmore that’s basically same as what’s in this video. This video + $25 OEM pump + 1.5 hrs (start to finish w/ clean up of nastiness behind machine and tools away) and we’re back in business. Great video / great explanations.

THANK YOU!! Once I got over the fear of removing the gasket spring (actually, more afraid of trying to reattach), the repair took about an hour, including vacuuming time within the cabinet. Biggest help (besides the dreaded spring) was showing the location of the clip holding the pump in place. Once again, y'all have saved a repair call - and my mind. Thanks again.

So… I noticed that this video was posted about 10 years ago, but still helps a lot with showing how to replacing my LG washer drain pump . Took about almost 2 hours to fixed and get it working. for a non professional plumber or mechanic person like me . Thank you very much !!

Great video but if you have a newer washer, the process for removing the pump assembly is different. If you’re missing the two screws to remove the pump assembly, do the following: There is a vibration tray with three 10mm bolts you have to remove. The whole pump assembly and metal vibration tray will come out. Remove the four screws to detach the assembly and then continue with the video.

I'm using this video for the fourth time today (had to replace this pump four times in the last 12 years). Thank you so much for posting. You've saved me hundreds if not thousands of dollars in repair bills. Plus my wife thinks I'm handy!

This is the third time I've used your company get the right part and learn how to DIY to fix an appliance. I figure you've saved me hundreds of dollars. Thanks for your time and great web cite. This project took me about a half hour to take apart. Thanks again.

Yo! Straight up, Even though this was posted 10 years ago… The absolute best step-by-step tutorial! You my guy just saved me so much money! I will say for newer models there are some extra steps, really some extra screws that need to be removed… But this tutorial is by far the best one I’ve found. Thank you so much.

This Man knows 100% what he is talking about. Don't Second Guess any of his Words. There are many Dummy's on RU-vid posting false and sure they don't even know which End of the Screw Driver to Use. Just posting false info. Confusing person that's trying to learn. 2 Thumbs Up to you. The World and RU-vid needs more people like you.

My hubby just finished repairing our LG washer by watching your video. There were a few things to tweak, but he had her up and running in 45 minutes. Now I don't have to listen to that darn pump anymore. THANK YOU

Hey thanks I've done this twice now using your video as reference. You can also remove the the spring clip by grabbing both loops of the clip with sturdy needlenose pliers and stretching the spring manually if you're afraid of slipping with the screwdriver and scratching the washer. Either way, beats buying an $80 pair of washer spring clip pliers when you're not doing this on the reg.

Just want to say GREAT Video Tutorial!! I have some dogs that decided to pull the cover, housing and drain hose off my beautiful Red LG Front Loader! After 4 months of going to the Laundry mat so I wouldn't have to pay a repair person, I go off my rump purchased the parts I needed pulled your video up and although I was not replacing the pump, I was able to replace my pump drain hose with ease!! I asked my husband, " You think I should go into the Appliance Repair Business?" I saved a considerable amount of $$$ for a job that was easy and all parts that were needed cost a fraction of what a repairman would have charged... Keep up the good work, and thank you!!!

Save yourself a lot of time and pull the washer out enough so that you can lean it back on a 45 degree angle and go in from underneath. That way will only require 6 screws and two wire--pretty easy. You can take out pump motor assembly without disconnecting hoses, etc. just pull the wires, unscrew the motor pump and replace. A much easier fix even if it takes some time to get the washer in a position to work on it.

Great video...helped me get my washer back up and running! $45 for the pump, a bit of time doing the work...and all is working again! Hardest part for me was the big tube clamp...I couldn't get a pair of pliers open enough to squeeze it tight to get it back on...ended up getting one of the screw tighten type at the hardware store for $2 and that went on in a snap....I was worried about the spring clamp, but it went on with a vice grip just like in the video...this saved me at least a couple hundred bucks....thanks!

I loved this video. No annoying music or other distracting crap Just doing the job. Exactly what i needed! Thank you!

Mine went out today and I looked at so many videos on how to repair this and they were all so confusing. I gave it a shot one more time and found your video. I absolutely liked how you showed it step by step. I think this mom can actually do this. I will let you know the outcome. Wish me luck

Couldn't have done this without the video. Very helpful. Thank you so much AppliancePartsPros. It took about an hour and a half to fix.

Fantastic video. Grateful for the steps - and the work of AppliancePartsPros. I went into this, trusting that I could with the step by step. In addition to the pump failing, found that water hoses were partially clogged and draining (especially in the seal) was clogged. Doing it myself gave me the opportunity to address these other issues and make it a well running machine.

I watched several videos for this repair. This one had the best descriptions and the camera work showed everything that you would want to see close-up.

This video was excellent. I have a Kenmore Elite and how the pump was attached was different than this video but this video got me to where I could access it and replace the pump. Took me a total of an hour to do with just a screw driver and pliers. Saved me a ton of money on repair fees! Thank you again!

Seriously, this video is a god send. Paid attention to every detail and you saved me a ton of headaches with the detailed step by step. THANK YOU!!!!

I disassembled it all, new part comes tomorrow hopefully. Old pump the propeller shaft thingy looks warped or something, so maybe that was the problem. Disconnecting the wire harness from the door latch was the hardest part for me, took me forever to get it pulled off. I am hoping reassembly isn't too bad when I get the new pump. Thank you so much for this video.

Thank you very much for this helpful video. It's just what I needed to get this repair done. I wanted to take a second to tell everyone about a big mistake I made with this repair. Instead of going to AppliancePartsPros first to buy the replacement motor, I went to Amazon and bought whatever cheap motor popped up first. BIG MISTAKE - that pump motor shipped in a brown box with no LG markings or part numbers, looked like it was remanufactured (had a warped impeller wheel), and ended up breaking in less than 8 months! So the second time around, I purchased directly from AppliancePartsPros, received a brand new, genuine LG pump motor, and just completed the repair for the second time. Learn from my mistake. Spend the little bit of extra money, and go right to these guys. Not only will you get a genuine part, but these guys are a great company with how they so helpfully put all of these videos out there. They should be rewarded with our business. This whole experience makes me really pissed at Amazon with how they have so many 3rd party, shady sellers on their site.

fantastic video I was born without a left hand and took the pump out in one hour ,ordered with the new one with 2 day delivery so I dont forget how to put it in it would be great if I could reassemble it in less than one day lol great video thanks

Very good instructional video. My only complaint is he should explain a spring expansion tool ( e.g. special plyer) is required for installing back the spring on the Boot on a front load washing machine. This is almost impossible to do it without the tool.

Followed the guide today and it worked like a charm. I did come across one extra screw that wasn't shown here, but it is understandable since all models can he slightly different with revisions, etc.

Great video, easy to follow. Only care needed if model happpens to be different. In my case it was WM0642HW & front door electric connection bit different (in fact bit easier)…means we just need to remove just the nuts rather than separating the wire from switch/lock. Also while attaching the wiring to the drain pump more care needed as did not find “N” marked clearly at respective places, making me go over the video couple of times. Last better to mark water taps on the wall to indicate one is hot water, just to avoid last minute dilemma. It’s a awesome resource made available for “DIY’ projects. If seniors are attempting to do it may be care be taken as it does demand decent time engagement. Thanks once again.

Thanks for the informative video. I was able to order the drain pump and replace it with no issues so the wife is a happy camper now. I also replaced the circulation pump while I had it all taken part and all worked well. Thanks again!

Great step by step instructions. My washer had an extra screw when removing the control panel but other than that it was exactly what I needed to repair my own washer!!! Yay Mom!

Thank you. Thank you Thank you !!!!!!! For the tip at 12 18 couldn't figure out how to stretch the spring effectively to put it around the gasket!! With tears of. Relief Thank you!

This video is SO helpful! Now we know what to check out--and how to do it. we appreciate.

Thank you for this. A repair man told me I'd have to pay $185 an hour for labor and over $100 for the part that is only $20 (OEM) NOPE! RU-vid to the rescue!

Thank you so much for this incredibly helpful video! Extremely well done and detailed!!

OMG, this video saved us a boatload of money! Thanks so much!

You guys are really detailed....real pros. Thank you for your efforts

This video is more informative than all the others thank you

I am so glad to have found this video. Now to order the pump and get the washer fixed. I am sure that I will be able to do it without a hitch, thanks to the video and the AppliancePartsPros.

awesome play by play to replace the motor, thank you so much! I saved $400

Just replaced my drain pump. The hardest part here is to put back the large round spring. I modified it because it was too difficult to put back. I wished I have seen this video first. This video shows how it is done the right way, with a vice grip.

Rule #1 - ALWAYS READ THE COMMENTS! :) Helpful tips abound in them! Read this full comment for advice on easily installing that big spring clamp ring! Rule #2 - Don't force anything. You may break something and make the repair much more costly. Every model is different, this pump is used in dozens of makes & models. The control panel on my machine wouldn't pop off after releasing the clips, I found a single screw toward the right side, going into the back of the panel. Also, my pump assembly was not held in by a clip, it is mounted on a metal plate, which is held in by three 10mm bolts. Use a socket, ratchet, and 3 in extension to get them out. Pull assembly out, and dismount the pump assembly from that plate to remove the pump motor. Take a picture or note which color wires are on top & bottom position, so you can put them back the same. My new motor had no markings at the terminals. Ok, now for installing that big bad spring ring clamp on the door boot? I struggled for a while trying doing it myself, using channel lock pliers, (couldn't find my vice grips). Impossible. Maybe if I had a helper to guide the ring while I stretched the spring... But in reading through dozens of comments, a lady mentioned using zip ties to install that spring. So I grabbed 2 and put one through each eyelet on the spring, zipped the ties into large loops, and was able to EASILY pull those 2 loops to spread the spring and slip it into place! Genius, whoever thought of that! No special tool or vice grip needed. My zip ties were 11 inches long, but any size about 8 inches or longer should work fine, you can get a bag of them cheap at auto parts or home improvement stores. Our 6 year old Kenmore (built by LG) stopped draining, threw the OE code. Ordered this drain pump from Appliance Parts Pros on Tuesday, received it on Thursday, (standard shipping, 2 days, as promised, thanks!). Installed it Thursday night, using this excellent video as a guide, and the washer is back to working perfectly! Thank you Appliance Parts Pros!!

the best channel on youtube, thank you!

thanks you guys i just fixed my LG pump and my wife is happy thank you

Yep awesome video. Replaced drain pump and rotor position switch (wan't sure which one was causing the issue). Figured since I was doing one, do them both. $80 fix and back in service! Thanks!

Thank you so much. You saved me $400!

Would it hurt the pump if the brown and black wires were reversed?

Thanks for the video! Very helpful, particularly the tips on getting the outer door gasket clamp back into place!

Great help! This video helped me to get my washing machine back in order quickly! Great job!

Whenever dealing with a screw that screws into plastic be careful not to strip the plastic threads. Set the screw in place and rotate it backwards very slowly. You should feel it drop into the existing plastic threads. Now screw it in.

Excellent tutorial! I just replaced the pump, but probably didn't need to -- the drain hose (and the smaller recirculation hose) were completely clogged with nasty sediment which is probably what was causing the problem. I went ahead and put in the new pump while I was in there since I'd already ordered it and it was so inexpensive (plus the original is 11 years old, so was probably time to replace anyway).

The best video I found. Thank you! saved me $$$

Great video, but you missed a critical step that makes this operation considerably less complicated. Most LG washers are open at the bottom. If its not mounted to the options drawer riser, you can turn the machine on its side and there is no cabinet dis-assembly. It becomes a 5 minute job.

Please, please, please add a warning note to your video that sometimes the washer will not have the little release tab to remove the pump. Instead, the pump will be screwed onto a plate that limits vibration. In that case, you have to unscrew the 3 screws to remove the plate from the bottom frame. And then remove the two screws on the bottom of the plate to release the pump! I spent two hours trying to locate the release tab that wasn't there! Otherwise, great video.

Well done video, thanks.

I am grateful for this video! It helped me.

Awesome instructions! Thank you!

This video was great!! Thank you @AppliancePartsPros!!!

took mine apart tonight removed pump ,,the comes a part i removed the stater (the center ) just pulls apart it was full of trash and black gunk i cleaned reinstalled have done 3 loads so far working great (new pump will be here Tues.) you might try it ...Good Luck ..THANKS for the video.

Amazon vid. I'm not a repair man but managed it fine (so far). Only issue is the WM3050CW 2014 model of the drain pump doesn't have a clip to pull the motor off. I had to remove the mounting bolts, then additional screws that attached the motor to the plate. Not really easy but manageable. Thank you immensely. My next replacement purchase is from you guys. P.s - now the compressor on my Maytag PSD262LHEZ isn't kicking on after moving it up the steps. Any suggestions?

My lg washer, Same one as yours doesn't have a recirculation pump. Is that normal?

Great step by step. Is there a difference in the two motors??

ATTENTION: I had to replace the pump in my lg washer machine today and i found a way faster and easier way to replace the pump! Take the coin catch cover off then unscrew the screws that above the coin catch then tilt the washer so the right side is in the air and there is a big opening under the washer then locate the pump under the pump there is a slide that clips in the bump houseing push the tab so u can slide it out then take the two hoses off and the pump comes right out! This only took me 10 min from start to finish

Perfect! Thanks for the great video.

Where do u see the N or L on drain and circulating pumps??

We had someone come out 3 times to repair our washer under a SquareTrade warranty. He replaced the pump on the left twice. He also replaced some other parts like the PCB board and tubing. He then said it was the other motor that needed to be replaced as the issue was never resolved. It gives an OE error and doesn't drain. Ultimately SquareTrade just paid me off with a check which more than covers the cost of the washer. I'd like to just order the second motor and do this myself. Do you think that might fix the issue? THe tech seemed to think it would but honestly, he didn't seem all that technical to me so just want to be sure before I waste my time.

Should I still replace the drain pump even though I found out the OE code was from paper money clogging the rubber bellow drain hose and the drain pump is fine on my 10 year old LG FL? I bought a new drain pump since I couldn't find a kink or clog in the drain hose and the drain filter wasn't clogged. When I was installing the new pump, I discovered the dollar bills in the rubber drain hose that connects to the pump housing. Since my machine is 10 years old, should I install the new pump anyway since the old one may could go out soon since it is 10 years old?

Is it necessary to.use the plastic cover over the drain pump? Mine broke and can't find the cover anywhere.

Does this video apply to my 2017 LG WM3997HWA? Do you know if my model uses philips heads also? Thanks for this, mine is in a tight spot, can't tilt it back, so I'll need to take it apart. May just skip trying to use my Lowes ext. warranty and do this myself.

I replaced my drain pump in my LG washer according to this video. Everything went smooth, but its still not working! Still throwing the error! Not draining!

very good......step by step- good job!!!! thanks eric

why can't we unscrew from bottom 3 bolts that are holding motor(pump) then reinstall new one?

Thank you so much! Awesome instructions!!!

I did all of this my self but still had to call a repairman. I had not pushed the red and black wires onto the pump far enough.

Prior to replacing drain pump motor, all wash modes worked but didn't drain. After replacing pump and reassembling, the washer isn't detecting anything. It turns on but when setting to varies wash modes or spin, it doesn't operate. No error codes are given either. Any suggestions?

Not all LG washeres have the two pumps...one on one side one on the other as shown in the video. My wm2277hw just the drain pump on the left not the circulating pump on the right, caused a bit of confusion at the parts store because I'm the " fix it once"kinda guy & I wanted to do everything associated with this issue so I wouldn't have to go back in l8tr to fix a problem that was right next to the problem I just fixed...but only one pump in the wm2277hw. The parts guy said they have seen a ton of these go bad but not so much for the recirculator pump. He also stated for u guys with the two pumps that if your not pumping it out it's the drain pump if it's not washing correctly or getting in the tub correctly it would b the circulation pump...fyi

On our washer you need to use socket to remove 3 bolts holding base on. Remove bolts and continue.

When we got the cover off found that our washer same model you listed here did not have a re circulation hose is this normal??

Bummer about the stand its on because without that you can go in through the bottom. I just tipped mine back and undid the screws around the drain plug. Three screws hold the pump in place. One of those goes through the plastic cover and two under that. There is a plastic release tab that holds the assembly's foot. Then without undoing any of the hoses, three screws on the old pump come off. New pump in. Remember to push through the drain hose before you attach to pump assembly to the front, then the plastic cover, clip the hose, two screws and stand it back up. Six screws and no need to mess with the door.

Thanks, I will call after I spend a little more time trying to place where in the machine the noise is coming from.

Thanks for saving my bacon!

Thanks

Your description says this pump replaces 4681EA1007G. I can confirm this is NOT true. This pump protrudes out slightly more and does not close up properly into the assembly

It looks like there are two pumps, one on the left and one on the right. Is that correct? Do I need to replace them both? Are they both the same part number? BTW, I ordered the LG tool for removing the spring wire ring assembly and it worked perfectly. I'd recommend it for sure for folks clumsy like me. Thanks for making this video.

I am replacing the drain pump on a LG WM2455HW. There is no 'L' or 'N' printed or stamped anywhere on the motor or the cover. How do I know the proper connection for the brown and black wire? Thank you.

THanks for the video. very instructive and super interesting. Since you are from Appliance Parts can you please give me the part nunmber for an LG model WM4299WHA drain pump Thanks

Hi great video I am replacing the drain pump for WM2501HWA with the 4681EA2001T. The pump looks identical but is an inch longer so the plastic cover does not fit. i noticed on your video that the cover is more like the cover on the circulation pump. I will check to see if someone switched If not can I install the pump without the plastic cover.

On my washer, WM1814CW, purchased in 2006 or 2007, the door gasket does not slip off so easily after I remove the ring clamp. In fact, it won't budge a millimeter. Can anyone advise?

So, if I have my washer in a pretty tight space and dryer mounted on top, could I undo my mounting brackets, slide the top of dryer with dryer on top back two inches and still get the control panel off without removing the dryer? Otherwise I need to take off a bathroom door, get a couple hands to pull dryer down, etc. I’d rather not go through the hassle if those retaining clips can be reached without removing the top. I have a ratcheting screw driver and even a full car trim tool kit should I need it for those retaining clips. Thx in advance!

How do I know it's not my motor its just my water pump

Thanks, very well done.

What an Awesome video... ty😉

any chance you can do a replacement video for my Bosch washing machine model (wfvc5400uc/19)? I am waiting on a replacement part from you guys now. Thanks in advance.

What does the washer clamp assembly do? Mine was rusted and broke when I took it off.

Great Video, can these Pumps fail in a way that they still pump, but make a huge racket. My LG Model WM3987HW starts to make a lot of new noise just during the drain cycle, but water does drain.. Is the Pump 110 volts so as to be bench tested for noise? Thanks Steve

I have a LG model WM0642HW and I has been giving me the OE Code, we have cleaned out all the drain hoses and replaced the pump and the machine still gives the OE code. We than replaced the control board but are still getting the same error code. The problems occurs at 37 minutes, rinse and spin cycle. Sometimes if you thump the machine it will start running again? What would be casing this problem?

We did it! Thanks!

Hello, do yall sell the pump cover as well?