Shark Navigator Lightweight Upright Motor Replacement Guide

Introduction

The motor is the powerhouse behind your brush head rotation which could either increase or decrease your vacuum's cleaning power. This guide will take you through the necessary steps to properly replace your motor.

Tools Required:

JIS #1 Screwdriver (1)
iFixit Opening Tools (1)
Metal Spudger (1)

Step 1: Head Shell

Detach the hose connected on the bottom of the vacuum by pulling it out of the casing.

Step 2: Detach Vacuum Head

Lay the vacuum on its side.

Press in the black, rubberish button located on the back of the vacuum to detach the vacuum head from the body.

Step 3: Orient Vacuum Head

Flip over the vacuum head so the brush head is facing up.

Step 4: Remove Front Wheels

Remove the small front wheels with a metal spudger by inserting the metal spudger in front of the wheel and slowly prying up. This will free the wheel and reveal the screw beneath it.

Repeat this for the other wheel.

Step 5: Remove Screws (Bottom)

Remove the two 18mm screws with a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 6: Remove Screws (Top/Middle)

Remove the four 18mm screws located on the top corners and the bottom/middle of the vacuum head using a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 7: Remove Wheel Screws

⚠️ WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury from moving parts, unplug before servicing. (AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire les risques de secousses électriques ou blessures par les pièces mobiles, toujours débrancher l'appareil avant d'effectuer l'entretien.)

Remove the two 18mm screws located on the inside of the large wheels using a JIS 1 screwdriver.

Step 8: Remove Plastic Cover

Remove the plastic cover by prying the plastic cover up using a plastic opening tool.

✔️ Prying in multiple locations may be necessary to create separation.

Step 9: Locate Motor

Locate the motor on the top right corner of the vacuum head shell.

Step 10: Remove Belt

Remove the belt from the motor gear by sliding the belt to the right.

Step 11: Disconnect White Wire

ℹ️ The white cable is positive.

Remove the white metal wire connector from the motor.

Step 12: Disconnect Black Wire

ℹ️ The black cable is negative.

Remove the black metal wire connector from the motor.

Reassembly

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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