Kenmore washer knocking and dimming lights during rinse and spin cycle !?

Question

i got the 90 series model #110.28974890 top load washer that makes a knocking sound during the rinse and spin cycle and some of the house lights also flicker when the washer does this. i replaced the coupler because it was worn out but that was not the problem. could it be that solenoid looking thing screwed to the motor that's causing this?

Answer 1

check the spin plate  under the basket.   the three prongs should line up with the three support spokes.

Answer 2

On this style washer the three transmission bolts like to come loose, if loose torque each the same and not super hard. That solenoid looking thing is a start capacitor and if bad the motor would not start.