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Kenmore 500 small leak during agitation

Leak appears to be near the front. Leaks the same with small and large loads about a cup of water comes out.

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The tub seal might be torn, causing water to leak from the seal. If the tub seal is leaking water, water may leak through the tub seal and into the tub bearings. This can cause the bearings to fail. For this reason, if the tub seal is leaking water, replace both the tub seal and the tub bearings. Be aware that this is a complicated repair and will require disassembling most of the washer.

UPDATE

Here’s how to replace the seal:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVup1u5F...

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Could this be caused by moving it? I bought it used and she swears up and down it worked at her house a month ago and has just sat in their garage since.

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Would it be difficult to replace just the seal?

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