Whirlpool Washer Model #5500xw0 That Will Not Agitate Or Spin

Our Whirlpool washer will fill and drain but will not agitate or spin. What would be the most common problem to cause this? I would like to know what to check for so I can fix it.Thank you.

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on March 9th, 2016 5:34 PM

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