How Do You Replace A Dryer Belt On Whirlpool Models?
Here is a step by step tutorial on how to replace a dryer belt on a Whirlpool dryer. This is a relatively simple repair that can save you time and money since you won’t have to call in an expensive repairman for a common problem. • Start by removing the lint filter. Using your 5/16th screwdriver, remove the two screws under the lint filter. • Next, take the putty knife and place it in the opening between the top of the dryer and the front of the dryer. Pop up the top of the dryer and repeat on the other side. • Flip the top out of the way. There will be two screws in each upper corner of the inside of the dryer. Remove both of these and put screws in container for later. • The front of the dryer will now be released. Pull the top away from the cabinet and then lift it up. Swing the front to the side and place it out of the way. You may need to disconnect the lid switch wires if they are not long enough to allow this. • Release the belt from around the drum. To do this, the belt will be
• Start by removing the lint filter. Using your 5/16th screwdriver, remove the two screws under the lint filter. • Next, take the putty knife and place it in the opening between the top of the dryer and the front of the dryer. Pop up the top of the dryer and repeat on the other side. • Flip the top out of the way. There will be two screws in each upper corner of the inside of the dryer. Remove both of these and put screws in container for later. • The front of the dryer will now be released. Pull the top away from the cabinet and then lift it up. Swing the front to the side and place it out of the way. You may need to disconnect the lid switch wires if they are not long enough to allow this. • Release the belt from around the drum. To do this, the belt will be looped under the idler pulley and then attached to the motor. Reach under the drum and unhook the belt from around the motor. • To attach the new belt, begin by placing the belt, with the groove side down and lined up with the ma
