Whirlpool · Washer part

Direct Drive Motor Coupling 285753A

4.5 · 11 buyer ratings on the source catalog

285753ANo photo on file
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The motor coupling serves as a flexible link between the washer's motor and the direct-drive transmission. Its primary function is to protect the drive motor by breaking apart if the drive system becomes obstructed, thereby preventing motor damage.

Reference price$9.64–$38.38

Catalog price as of 2026-05; not a live Amazon price.

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Part number
285753A
Brand
Whirlpool
Made for
Washer
Fits
993 models
Also sold as
Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, Kenmore Elite, Kirkland, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Install difficulty
Medium
Replaces
280152, 285753, 8559748
  • Fitment checked against 993 models
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Does it fit your appliance?

Find it on the data plate inside the door or lid. It is not the serial number.

About this part

285753A is a Whirlpool replacement part (direct drive motor coupling) for washers. Our fitment data lists 993 models that use it.

This motor coupling (part number 285753A) is crucial for the optimal functioning of your washer's drive system. When the drive system experiences a jam or overload, the coupling acts as a safeguard by breaking apart, which prevents the drive motor from sustaining damage. This part is an essential replacement if the washer drum stops spinning, accompanied often by unusual noises from the motor area. For detailed installation instructions, you can access the step-by-step installation guide with video offered by Sears PartsDirect. Ensure that your appliance is unplugged before you begin the installation, and wear work gloves to protect your hands. This part replaces several older part numbers, namely 280152, 285753, and 8559748, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of models. Proper maintenance of your washer, including timely replacement of parts like the motor coupling, contributes significantly to its longevity and efficient operation.

Symptoms this part fixes

  • Failed

How to confirm it has failed

Symptom: A drum or tub that won't turn, a burning-rubber smell, or a loud thump or squeal during a cycle.

Check: With power off, turn the drum or tub by hand -- resistance or grinding points to the motor or a bearing, and a cracked, glazed, or snapped belt is visible once the cabinet is open.

Models that use this part

Showing 60 of 993 confirmed models, models with their own parts page first.
ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
11088675310WhirlpoolWasher268
11020942993—Washer208
11023912102KenmoreWasher200
11082870130KenmoreWasher200
11082983730KenmoreWasher200
11023922200KenmoreWasher199
11028944891WhirlpoolWasher198
11023712200KenmoreWasher190
11022872100WhirlpoolWasher188
11020622990WhirlpoolWasher186
11028922791KenmoreWasher184
11092380200WhirlpoolWasher176
11084671700WhirlpoolWasher164
110088732791WhirlpoolWasher157
11091512200KenmoreWasher154
11081878600KenmoreWasher146
11015852400WhirlpoolWasher142
11015842400WhirlpoolWasher141
11015862400WhirlpoolWasher141
11028892790KenmoreWasher139
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ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
11015864400WhirlpoolWasher138
11082467810KenmoreWasher135
11015732400WhirlpoolWasher134
11081061100KenmoreWasher134
11081362750KenmoreWasher134
11014852300WhirlpoolWasher133
11020702990WhirlpoolWasher127
11012852100WhirlpoolWasher126
11010202001WhirlpoolWasher125
11010502991WhirlpoolWasher125
11010852991WhirlpoolWasher124
11012502100WhirlpoolWasher124
11020722990WhirlpoolWasher124
11015942400WhirlpoolWasher123
11015942401WhirlpoolWasher122
11015944401WhirlpoolWasher121
11010852990WhirlpoolWasher120
11014502300WhirlpoolWasher120
11015944400WhirlpoolWasher120
11028803890WhirlpoolWasher118
11081361310KenmoreWasher118
11010502990WhirlpoolWasher117
11012202100WhirlpoolWasher117
11010202000WhirlpoolWasher116
11023812100WhirlpoolWasher116
11024642300WhirlpoolWasher116
11013202200WhirlpoolWasher115
11013212200WhirlpoolWasher115
11014212200WhirlpoolWasher115
11014222300WhirlpoolWasher115
11026912691WhirlpoolWasher115
11014112300WhirlpoolWasher113
11014202300WhirlpoolWasher113
11082980120KenmoreWasher110
11082870120KenmoreWasher109
11014102300WhirlpoolWasher107
1101050299WhirlpoolWasher102
11082873120KenmoreWasher102
10682872600WhirlpoolWasher101
11015962400WhirlpoolWasher79

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 285753A as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

  • 280152
  • 285753
  • 8559748

Installation

Installation difficulty on the source catalog: Medium.

A technician's video showing how to replace part 285753A. Plays from YouTube when you click.

Before you order

  • Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
  • Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
  • If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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Frequently asked questions

Which models does 285753A fit?

Our fitment data lists 993 models that use 285753A, including 11088675310, 11020942993, 11023912102. Enter your model number in the fit checker on this page to confirm.

Which part numbers does 285753A replace?

285753A replaces 280152, 285753, 8559748. If your original part carries one of those numbers, 285753A is the current replacement.

What symptoms point to a failed direct drive motor coupling?

The source catalog links this part to these symptoms: failed.

Is 285753A hard to install?

The source catalog rates installation as medium. This page includes a replacement video. Unplug the appliance before you start.

How much does 285753A cost?

Catalog prices on file range $9.64–$38.38 (as of 2026-05). The current Amazon price can differ, so check it before you order.