[Tania Corkery]

We have a Maytag Top loading washer purchased November 4, 2006 that will not agitate through any cycle (wash or rinse). Washer will fill with water ...but will not wash. I can spin the water out.

Do you have any suggestions on how my husband could fix the washer?

[Vader]

If the tub can be emptied by engaging the spin cycle can you confirm whether the tub is actually spinning during the cycle or if only the pump is running? You should be able to open the lid and watch the tub spin to a stop while in the spin cycle. If there is no motion, the transmission could be at fault. Your later model Maytag top loader should have an orbital type transmission which is generally extremely reliable. There are only a few things which can prevent them from operating. Knowing whether the drum is moving at all will allow a better diagnosis.