How to Replace a Sewing Machine Drive Motor
This step-by-step repair guide shows how to replace the drive motor in a sewing machine. The
drive motor rotates the drive belt, which turns the hand wheel and upper shaft. If the sewing
machine drive motor runs roughly or won't run at all, replace the motor with the manufacturer-
approved
replacement part.
Follow the basic steps in this repair guide and video to replace the drive motor in Kenmore and
Brother sewing machines.
Time required:
Less than 30 min.
Part Required
• Drive motor
Tools Required
• Work gloves
• Phillips screwdriver