Admiral ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator Loud Noise Error Fix: Loud Banging or Grinding Noise During Operation

Error code Loud Noise on the Admiral ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator means: Loud Banging or Grinding Noise During Operation. The washer makes loud banging, grinding, or thumping noises during the wash or spin cycle. Banging during spin usually indicates worn suspension springs or a deteriorated snubber ring (brake pad assembly) at the base of the tub, allowing excessive tub movement that causes it to hit the cabinet. A grinding or growling sound during agitation points to worn transmission gears or bearings — metal shavings in the wash water confirm this. Rhythmic thumping may be a damaged drive coupler. Check the tub springs for stretching and the snubber pad for wear. Transmission issues typically make the washer uneconomical to repair.

The most successful fix is "Replace Transmission Gears or Bearings" (hard difficulty, ~180 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $100-$150. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Transmission Gears or Bearings") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 180 minutes. Tools needed: Socket wrench set, Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

DIY cost: $100-$150. Professional repair typically costs $400-$600. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Admiral ATW4516MW HE Washer 4.3 cu ft High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Dual Action Agitator has 8 other known error codes, including: Excessive Vibration (Excessive Vibration and Walking During Spin), Leaking (Water Leaking From Bottom of Washer), Overflows (Washer Overflows — Water Will Not Stop Filling), Timer Stuck (Timer Will Not Advance — Stuck on One Cycle), Won't Agitate (Agitator Not Moving During Wash Cycle), and 3 more.

Error code Loud Noise also appears on 1 other Admiral model: ATW4675YQ 4.5 cu ft Top Load Washer with Deep Water Wash and Fabric Softener Dispenser. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.