Wobbly agitator agitator is wobbly on model LSQ8543JQ1 type 111 Whirlpool

whirlpool machines have a filter down the center of the agitator

The electronic timer is worn and requires replacement, this would be a bulky metallic box located just behind the large setting knob.

These agitators have a set of 4 dogs. Overtime these dogs simply disintegrate.


Factory part number 80040.
Older models are a bit tougher to deal with than newer models.
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you more than likely have something in your pump. the agitator will be wobblely. that is normal.

The most common problem is the lid switch. with a screw driver in hand open the lid and press down on the lid switch. sometimes the mounting screws will crack the switch housing and the striker can't move the actuator far enough. I am interested in the clicking noise, as this could indicate a pump issue or a sock seizing up the tub.

It might be the agitator dogs. Try to replace those

hi there,

are there any error codes that come up on the display?

Pretty much exactly what guest above me said. I have a lsq8543jq1 also, was stopping after agitation.

At first thought it was something more serious, since the dial seemed to make a humming/grinding/buzzing noise when it was switching to agitation cycle, but that seems to just be a timer before the drain/spin cycle kicks in.

I had a washer full of water, so rather than wait till I could get a part (or hand drain -what a pain), I just grabbed a paper clip and rigged the switch so it thinks the door is shut and voila, drains and finishing cycle as I type.

The switch is a safety device to prevent accidents; bad injuries could result if the door is opened while the washer is in spin cycle. I don't recommend this as a long term solution - especially if you have kids. I have 2 and will be ordering the new part asap.

I not sure but sounds like u have a 2 piece agitator... sounds like gears in top of agitator is stripped.. you can replace them for few bucks ... if its a 2 piece agi.

I would make sure that the washer is properly leveled, and ensure that all sensors that check if the door is closed are working properly.