Whirlpool washer model number wtw5540sqo makes a whining all of a sudden. The warranty just expired a few weeks ago

Mirolin warranty is horrible. Immediately after install the tub leaked because of a defect in the tub's drain hole. Mirolin won't cover any damages caused. Had to pull our whole ceiling below and replace flooring.

You have one of the best washers ever made... It is called a "Direct Drive" by us technicians. You probably need this part, but NEVER get rid of this machine as NOTHING out there is this good- not for anyprice. https://www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Whirlpool-Washing-Machine-Motor-Coupling/285753A/1195967?modelNumber=LSQ9110PW3&ss=a11b5d654521&mr=1

The transmission has a 10 year warranty, and you cannot refill without tearing it down. Check your owners manual for remaining warranty or call 1-800-253-1301 and they can tell you. They will need your complete model number and serial number.

I have the exact same washer, its also 2 years old, and this last week my bearings went bad too. I actually pulled my washer apart and replaced the stock el cheapo bearings with some better quality ones by Toyo. No, theyre not titanium, I'm a mechanic and I've never even seen titanium sealed bearings before. Not doubting they exist, but I highly doubt youll find them in any residential appliances regardless of make. Upon disassembly, I found what I believe is the issue with the seal, hair. Hair works its way to the drive shaft, slowly works its way into the seal, and then acts as a conduit for the water to enter the bearing cavity. Both sealed bearings eventually have thier grease forced out by water, and fail. This repair is time consuming, but it can save you a LOT of money. Whirlpool only sells a whole new rear tub, at a cost of $408 just for the part. I took it apart and found that the bearings are simply pressed into the steel hub on the rear tub half. I knocked them out, and a local bearings and drives shop had some replacements for me, for $20. I put it all back together, and its running fine. If you attempt this repair, make notes, and mark where everthing goes. You'll need to disassemble a substantial amount of the machine to get the tub assembly out. If youre not able to do the repairs yourself, I recommend buying a new washer, its just not worth spending $6-700 to have a shop do it.

need make & model # to correctly solve problem, it could be timer shorted or the drive motor has gone bad.

Sorry, but I don't have a solution, but I share this problem with my Whirlpool Model DU1145XTPBA, which I assume is essentially the same model. It started a couple of weeks ago, and it's about to drive me nuts. The whine is more or less steady, and quite loud, as long as the motor is running.

I dread having to spend the money on a new motor/pump assembly, plus the joy of replacement, and I'm hoping there is an easier, simpler, less expensive alternative.

Have you found a solution to your whinning? Mine is doing the same thing. Started about two weeks ago.

probaly control bd problem ..call any way to get history started also may consider extended warranty from where you purchased it some other warranty company control may finally go after warranty expires and and extended one would help avoid problems getting coverage for a problem that may be present during original warranty..ever tried convincing company to repair something that was faulty to begin with??

I'm sorry but no, all major appliances now have a one year warranty unless you purchase an extended warranty.
To assist you I need the Make and model number. I also nee to know if you have experienced any water drainage problems in your home. This will help make a determination on what to look for.