Ecovacs Drive Wheel Gearbox Wear / Debris in Wheel

Robot vacuum makes clicking or grinding noises from one side; may veer to one side.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Foreign object in wheel gear train, Worn plastic gears in wheel module, Bent wheel axle, Damaged wheel tire

Safety first: Turn the robot OFF and flip it over.

Inspect noisy wheel: Rotate each wheel by hand and listen for grinding or clicking.
Clean around wheel: Remove hair and debris from the wheel hub and cavity.
Test movement: Run the robot and observe if it pulls to one side.

If noise and tracking issues persist: Replace the affected drive wheel assembly, which includes the motor and gearbox.

Medium 3/5

Drive Wheel Assembly

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