Maytag MTW5700TQ0 washer Parts

The Maytag MTW5700TQ0 top-load washer has a 3.2 cu. ft. wash basket capacity, which is a common mid-size capacity for traditional agitator washers. For cycle and load-size guidance that matches this model, use the MTW5700TQ0 owner's manual.

A 3.2 cu. ft. washer is designed for typical household loads without overfilling the tub.

• Handles most daily mixed loads comfortably
• Works well for towels and jeans in moderate quantities
• Bulky items (comforters, large blankets) may need one item at a time
• Best cleaning happens when clothes can circulate around the agitator

Use this as a starting point; adjust based on fabric thickness and how freely items move.

Capacity affects cleaning and spinning performance. Overloading a 3.2 cu. ft. tub can reduce agitation, leave detergent residue, and increase out-of-balance spinning, which can stress suspension components such as the washer suspension spring WP63907.

• Choose the correct water level for the load size
• Use HE detergent if your detergent label calls for it; measure carefully
• Distribute items evenly around the basket before starting
• If the washer will not spin with the lid open, check the washer lid switch assembly WP8318084

Last updated: January 2026

For the Maytag MTW5700TQ0 top-load washer, the most common customer-reported problem is spin-related issues (won’t spin, won’t drain fully, or clothes come out wet). The usual causes are a lid switch problem, a draining restriction or failed pump, or a worn drive system component.

• Washer won’t spin at all: lid switch not sensing the lid closed, drive system not engaging
• Clothes still wet after cycle: slow drain, partial spin, unbalanced load
• Won’t drain or drains slowly: clogged pump or hose, failed drain pump
• Loud banging or walking: out-of-balance load, weak suspension springs
• Agitator not moving correctly: worn agitator dogs or agitator drive parts

For model-specific operating checks and cycle behavior, use the MTW5700TQ0 owner’s manual.

1. Redistribute the load (especially bulky items) and rerun a spin.
2. Confirm the lid closes firmly; if the washer stops when you lift the lid, the lid switch circuit is critical for spin.
3. Check draining: listen for the pump during drain; inspect the drain hose for kinks or clogs.
4. Level the washer: an unlevel cabinet increases vibration and can reduce spin performance.
5. Use the right detergent amount: oversudsing can interfere with drain and spin.

Spin and drain problems are often connected; if the washer cannot drain fast enough, it cannot reach full spin speed. Fixing the root cause helps prevent repeat wet loads, long cycle times, and excess vibration.

Last updated: January 2026

Yes, repairing a Maytag MTW5700TQ0 washer is worth it when the fix is a common, lower-cost failure (drain, lid switch, agitation) and the tub and drive system are in good shape; it is usually not worth it when the repair involves major drive or basket components and labor approaches the cost of replacement.

• Choose repair when the washer still fills, drains, and spins most of the time, and the problem is isolated.
• Choose replacement when you have repeated leaks, loud grinding, severe vibration, or multiple symptoms at once.
• Repair is typically a good value for “no drain,” “won’t start,” or “won’t agitate” issues.
• Replacement is typically a better value for major mechanical failures (gear case, basket drive, drive tube) plus labor.
• Use the troubleshooting and part diagrams in the MTW5700TQ0 owner’s manual to confirm symptoms before ordering parts.

These are frequent, straightforward fixes on top-load Maytag washers like MTW5700TQ0:

• Won’t drain or leaves water behind: check the washer drain pump WP3363394
• Won’t start or stops when the lid opens: check the washer lid switch assembly WP8318084
• Agitator slips or doesn’t move clothes well: check the agitator dog 80040
• Agitator loose: inspect the washer agitator bolt WP358237

A targeted repair can extend the life of the MTW5700TQ0 for years, but major drivetrain work often turns into a chain of related parts (clutch, drive block, gear case) and the total cost can exceed the washer’s practical value.

Last updated: January 2026

Most Maytag washers average 10 to 13 years of service life; with consistent care, many run 14 years or longer. For your Maytag MTW5700TQ0 top-load washer, lifespan depends most on load size, installation (leveling), and how quickly you address wear items.

A washer’s life is usually limited by wear in the drive and drain systems, plus vibration-related stress.

• Overloading speeds up wear on the drive system and suspension
• Frequent unbalanced loads increase stress on the basket, springs, and drive block
• Hard water can contribute to residue buildup and odors
• Slow draining strains the drain pump and can leave water in the tub
• Delayed repairs often turn a small issue into a larger failure

If performance changes, these parts are often involved on a top-load washer like the MTW5700TQ0:

• Washer drain pump WP3363394 (draining problems, humming, leaks)
• Washer lid switch assembly WP8318084 (won’t spin or drain when the lid isn’t sensed as closed)
• Clutch 285785 (weak spin, burning smell, intermittent spin)
• Washer suspension spring WP63907 (excessive shaking, banging)

Use this as a practical way to judge whether extending life makes sense.

These habits reduce strain on the motor, gearcase, basket, and pump.

• Keep loads evenly distributed; wash bulky items with similar items
• Use the right amount of HE detergent to reduce suds and residue
• Leave the lid open after use to help the tub dry and reduce odor
• Periodically check fill and drain hoses for bulges, cracks, or seepage
• Level the washer to minimize vibration (especially before high-speed spin)

A Maytag washer that is kept level, not overloaded, and repaired promptly typically reaches the upper end of the 10 to 13-year range because the drive and suspension components avoid repeated shock and overheating.

For model-specific operating and care guidance, follow the MTW5700TQ0 owner’s manual.

Last updated: January 2026