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GE · GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill

GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill MECH-AGITATOR Error Fix: Agitator Not Moving — Fills But Does Not Wash

The washer fills with water but the agitator does not move during the wash cycle — the most common cause on GE top load washers is worn agitator directional cogs (also called agitator dogs); these are small plastic cam pieces inside the top of the agitator that grip during one direction of rotation; they cost about $5 and can be replaced by pulling the agitator cap off, removing the agitator bolt, and lifting the agitator off; if the agitator dogs are intact, the drive coupler or transmission may have failed

Medium severity2 fixes available

Quick Answer

Error MECH-AGITATOR on the GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill means: Agitator Not Moving — Fills But Does Not Wash. The top-ranked community fix is “Inspect and Replace Drive Coupler or Transmission” (hard difficulty, ~90 min, DIY cost: $50-$120). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer

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When to Call a Professional

While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $250-$400.

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GTW525ACPWB 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Agitator

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GTW720BSNWS 4.8 cu ft Top Load with FlexDispense

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GTW750CPLDG 5.0 cu ft Smart Top Load with Sanitize

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GTW840CPNDG 5.2 cu ft Smart Top Load with SmartDispense

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Other GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill Error Codes

Water Fill Timeout

2 fixes

Drain Timeout

2 fixes

Spin Error — Unbalanced Load

2 fixes

MECH-COUPLING

Drive Coupler Worn — No Agitation or Spin

2 fixes

MECH-LEAK

Water Leaking from Bottom of Washer

2 fixes

MECH-LID

Lid Switch Failure — Washer Stops Mid-Cycle

2 fixes

MECH-NOISE

Grinding or Squealing Noise During Agitation

2 fixes

MECH-SUSPENSION

Excessive Banging or Off-Balance During Spin

2 fixes

People Also Ask About GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill Error MECH-AGITATOR

What does error code MECH-AGITATOR mean on a GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill?

Error code MECH-AGITATOR on the GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill means: Agitator Not Moving — Fills But Does Not Wash. The washer fills with water but the agitator does not move during the wash cycle — the most common cause on GE top load washers is worn agitator directional cogs (also called agitator dogs); these are small plastic cam pieces inside the top of the agitator that grip during one direction of rotation; they cost about $5 and can be replaced by pulling the agitator cap off, removing the agitator bolt, and lifting the agitator off; if the agitator dogs are intact, the drive coupler or transmission may have failed

How do I fix error code MECH-AGITATOR on my GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill?

The most successful fix is "Inspect and Replace Drive Coupler or Transmission" (hard difficulty, ~90 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $50-$120. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code MECH-AGITATOR on a GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill serious?

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

Can I fix GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill error MECH-AGITATOR myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Inspect and Replace Drive Coupler or Transmission") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 90 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Socket wrench set, Pliers.

How much does it cost to repair GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill error MECH-AGITATOR?

DIY cost: $50-$120. Professional repair typically costs $250-$400. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill have?

The GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill has 8 other known error codes, including: E1 (Water Fill Timeout), E2 (Drain Timeout), E3 (Spin Error — Unbalanced Load), MECH-COUPLING (Drive Coupler Worn — No Agitation or Spin), MECH-LEAK (Water Leaking from Bottom of Washer), and 3 more.

Which other GE models have the MECH-AGITATOR error?

Error code MECH-AGITATOR also appears on 5 other GE models: GTW465ASNWW 4.5 cu ft Top Load with Stainless Steel Basket, GTW525ACPWB 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Agitator, GTW720BSNWS 4.8 cu ft Top Load with FlexDispense, GTW750CPLDG 5.0 cu ft Smart Top Load with Sanitize, GTW840CPNDG 5.2 cu ft Smart Top Load with SmartDispense. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill have?

The GE GTW335ASNWW 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Deep Fill has 8 other known error codes:

E1 — Water Fill Timeout (2 fixes)
E2 — Drain Timeout (2 fixes)
E3 — Spin Error — Unbalanced Load (2 fixes)
MECH-COUPLING — Drive Coupler Worn — No Agitation or Spin (2 fixes)
MECH-LEAK — Water Leaking from Bottom of Washer (2 fixes)
MECH-LID — Lid Switch Failure — Washer Stops Mid-Cycle (2 fixes)
MECH-NOISE — Grinding or Squealing Noise During Agitation (2 fixes)
MECH-SUSPENSION — Excessive Banging or Off-Balance During Spin (2 fixes)

Which other GE models have the MECH-AGITATOR error?

Error code MECH-AGITATOR also appears on 5 other GE models:

GTW465ASNWW 4.5 cu ft Top Load with Stainless Steel Basket (washer) · 2 fixes
GTW525ACPWB 4.2 cu ft Top Load with Agitator (washer) · 2 fixes
GTW720BSNWS 4.8 cu ft Top Load with FlexDispense (washer) · 2 fixes
GTW750CPLDG 5.0 cu ft Smart Top Load with Sanitize (washer) · 2 fixes
GTW840CPNDG 5.2 cu ft Smart Top Load with SmartDispense (washer) · 2 fixes

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