Washer Guide
Washing Machine Suspension Rod Replacement
On most top-load washers, four suspension rods hang the inner tub and absorb the motion of the spin cycle. When they wear out, the tub stops being damped properly and the machine bangs, walks across the floor, or shakes hard.
Signs the suspension rods are worn
- Loud banging against the cabinet during spin.
- The washer 'walks' or moves out of position.
- Excessive shaking even with a balanced load.
- A clunk when the tub settles at the end of a cycle.
How the repair works
The rods are usually replaced as a full set of four — swapping just one leaves the tub unevenly supported, so the symptom comes back. It's a mechanical job that involves accessing the tub suspension, and replacing all four restores smooth, quiet spins.
First, though, it's worth ruling out a simple unbalanced load or uneven feet, which cause the same symptoms without any worn parts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to replace all four rods?+
Yes, as a set. Mixing a new rod with three worn ones leaves the tub unbalanced and the banging returns quickly.