Washer shakes and vibrates

[shane]

Our washer is about 7 years old, model LSQ9544KQ0 .
We have it in the basement on a cement floor, yet it really shakes and vibrates a lot.
It never use to do this. We check to make sure it was still level and it is.

What else can I check?

[rickgburton]

First check to be sure the inner tub is still secure. (no side to side play) You might have to replace the plate pads part# 62568. Screw the front legs all the way in. The back legs are self leveling. Tip the machine forward and then back. Then screw the front legs down as needed.

[shane]

The inner tub is secure and the washer is level.

I ordered some of them pads. Are they easy to install?

[rickgburton]

No, they are not hard to install. Here is a parts breakdown. #16 is the plate pads #62568 and #18 is the base pads #3363660. I told you plate pads and it's probably going to be the base pads that are worn out. Sorry for the mistake.

[shane]

I have both pads coming now. Will just change them both while I have it apart.

Is this a common problem with these washers?

[rickgburton]

Yes, this is common for Whirlpool. But usualy caused by overloading or heavy use.

[nolling]

Is it possible the balance ring has leaked out all of its fluid??? 

[rickgburton]

Absolutely thats possible, I was going to tell you that earlier today and I forgot. I appoligise, guess I'm just getting old.