i have a kenmore elite type 111 m#20942994 ser#clo17582 not sure if theres a belt or not want to remove back cover but dont want too make worse almost like plastic rivets whats the best way to remove the back cover is there a method of removing this pannel without making a mess?

michael kenney, June 2006

Hello,

The whole cabinet is removed as one piece. First remove the plastic endcaps on the console. Then remove the screws and flip the console back. After that, remove the 2 metal clips and be sure the unplug the lid switch connector. Standing in front of the washer grab the cabinet and rock it forward and off the tabs underneath.

JP, June 2006