Amana top load washer Model LWA40AW2 washer runs but either 1.stays in wash cycle and setting knob doesn't move. 2. Stays in wash cycle and setting knobs shows the washer completed it whole wash cycle.

Top loader so the belt is on the bottom of the washer, should be able to turn it over and take a panel off.

it is probably just a belt i would get someone to have a look before buying new

check your lid switch may be broken. or could be your timer does it stop and not advance? if it gets stuck you more than likey have a broken lid switch. but if it gets stuck in one cycle and keeps washing and washing and washing you more have a bad timer.

This assumes that you have a basic Kenmore / Whirlpool top load, direct drive, neutral drain (it doesn't spin until the pump removes most of the water) machine.

First, see the Sears parts site for your washer:
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action

Enter your model number and you'll see a list of major sub-components with diagrams and parts.

This appears to be a timer / timer motor problem.

I'd alto look at the Whirlpool / Kenmore direct drive installation and maintenance manual for testing the timer.

https://secured.whirlpool.com/Service/SrvTechAdm.nsf/2cd44500d572193285256a45004fd9d6/f7e2147fa98b28cf85257122007475cb/$FILE/L-55.pdf

Hi, it sound likes a belt. Some amana washers take 2 belts,1 for the spin,and 1 for the agitate. or some models spin rite of motor,and a belt for agitate. hope this helps. :)

timer problem or maybe the lid switch is going bad. Im curious if the motor is getting hot and shutting down... go to whirlpoolpartssurplus.com call .. ask for mark

check the drain hose it should be only 6 to 8 inch in your drain line if drain hose is all the way in the drain line correct it and you will be fine.

what is the model # it may be for example, LAT9206BAE

THanks for the question the problem is with your timer Replace it Thanks for the question The appliance doc

Try pulling the knob out & rotating counter-clockwise to unscrew it.