We replaced the lid switch but it still will not drain. what is the drive cupler and where do i find it on the washer?
Does the washer run at all? If so, does it agitate? If the motor coupling were bad, the washer would still drain, but would not agitate or spin.
What can happen, however, is the drain pump can become lodged with something causing it not to spin (underwire bra hoops, socks and underwear are usual culprits). This, in turn, will cause the drive motor shaft to "round out" the slot that the drive motor shaft inserts into on the back of the drain pump. The drive motor will then just free spin and the pump will not pump anything. The following link gives advice on how to replace a motor coupling (which I don't think you need), but you can refer to it for all the steps necessary on how to disassemble the washer to check everything:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r385250-replacing_motor_coupling_kenmore_top
To answer your question, the motor coupling is located between the back of the drive motor and the gearcase (transmission). It is comprised of two plastic pieces with tines with a rubber bushing sandwiched in between them. The reason the washer will still drain if the coupler was bad, is because the drive motor drives the drain pump and doesn't use the coupler.
Another potential problem could be a drive motor that is seized. With the motor removed from the washer, you should be able to free spin the shaft. The associated starter capacitor on the motor can also go bad, causing the motor not to start.
Read through the link I provided and go back and verify that you have the lid switch installed correctly. I'm not second guessing your abilities, I just want to ensure you don't go through a bunch of unnecessary steps. If my diagnosis is not correct, please post back and elaborate on your symptoms a bit more so I can get a full understanding. I hope this helps you.
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