The 00491680 is the genuine OEM drive belt for Bosch WAE and WFMC series front-load washers. The drive belt connects the motor to the drum pulley and transfers rotational force to spin and agitate the drum. When the belt breaks, stretches, or slips off the pulley, the drum stops spinning — the washer may run through its cycle with water filling and draining normally, but the drum will not rotate. Note: This part is No Longer Available (NLA) from the manufacturer. An alternative part (00439490) may be available — contact us to check current stock and compatibility before ordering.

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages

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The 00491680 drive belt is a poly-V (multi-rib) belt that runs from the motor shaft pulley to the drum pulley at the rear of the washer tub. Belt failure is most commonly caused by age-related cracking and brittleness, or by the belt jumping off the pulley due to an overloaded drum or a worn pulley. Before replacing the belt, inspect the drum pulley and motor pulley for wear or damage — a worn pulley will cause a new belt to fail prematurely. 00491680 supersedes a large family of earlier Bosch belt part numbers including 491680, 00439490, 1107395, 00360829, 360829, 439490, 5070000151, 6PJE1296, and 052010B. As this part is NLA, contact us to check availability of 00491680 or the alternative part 00439490.

✓ Common Symptoms Fixed

Washer drum not spinning during spin cycle | Washer not agitating | Washer running through cycle but drum not moving | Loud thumping or slapping noise during spin | Belt visible broken or off the pulley | Burning rubber smell during operation

✓ Key Features & Specifications

Genuine Bosch OEM poly-V drive belt | Connects motor shaft to drum pulley | Replaces 491680, 00439490, 1107395, 00360829, 360829, 439490, 5070000151, 6PJE1296, 052010B | Compatible with Bosch WAE and WFMC series front-load washers | No Longer Available (NLA) from manufacturer – limited stock only

– Buying Options

New / OEM (NLA): The 00491680 is the final OEM drive belt for Bosch WAE and WFMC series washers. This part is No Longer Available from the manufacturer. Out-of-stock purchases are not available. An alternative part (00439490) may be available — contact us to check current stock and confirm compatibility with your model before ordering.

✓ Replacement Part Numbers

00491680 (current/final OEM, NLA) | 491680 (superseded) | 00439490 (superseded / alternative) | 1107395 (superseded) | 00360829 (superseded) | 360829 (superseded) | 360829.00 (superseded) | 439490 (superseded) | 5070000151 (superseded) | 6PJE1296 (superseded) | 052010B (superseded)

✓ Installation Tips

Disconnect power and water supply before beginning this repair. Repair difficulty: 3/5. Estimated time: 45–90 minutes. The drive belt on Bosch front-load washers is accessed by removing the rear panel of the washer. To access: pull the washer away from the wall, remove the rear panel screws, and lift the panel off. The belt runs from the motor pulley (bottom) to the drum pulley (large pulley at the rear of the tub). To install: loop the belt around the drum pulley first, then stretch it onto the motor pulley while rotating the drum by hand. Ensure the belt is seated in all grooves of both pulleys before reassembling. Inspect both pulleys for wear or damage before installing the new belt. Note: As this is an NLA part, handle with care during installation.

✓ Compatible Models

WFMC1001UC, WAE20060UC, WAE24060GB, WAE24061FF, WAE24140, WAE24143, WAE24145, WAE24160FG, WAE24161DN, WAE24162GB, WAE24163FF, WAE24164FF, WAE24170EX, WAE24190NL, WAE24191, WAE24193, WAE24195, WAE24196, WAE24262FF, WAE24320, WAE24340, WAE24343, WAE24345, WAE24360EP, WAE24360FF, WAE24361BY, WAE24362BY, WAE24363FF, WAE24364GB, WAE24365BY, WAE24366BY, WAE24373EX, WAE24375, WAE24441, WAE24442, WAE24443, WAE24444OE, WAE24445BY, WAE24460FG, WAE24461FG, WAE24462PL, WAE24463PL, WAE24464GB, WAE24465BY, WAE24467GB, WAE24468GB, WAE24469GB, WAE28140, WAE28143, WAE28144, WAE28145, WAE28160EP, WAE28160FG, WAE28161FF, WAE28162FF, WAE28163FF, WAE28164SN, WAE28165, WAE28170EX, WAE28180, WAE28190NL, WAE28193, WAE28195, WAE28196, WAE28240, WAE28260FF, WAE28261FF, WAE28262FF, WAE28323, WAE28326, WAE28340, WAE28343, WAE28345, WAE28346, WAE28360NL, WAE28361FF, WAE28362FF, WAE28363GB, WAE28364GB, WAE28366GB, WAE28370EX, WAE28390NL, WAE28391NL, WAE28395, WAE28396, WAE28421, WAE28422, WAE28423, WAE28424IT, WAE28425, WAE28441, WAE28442, WAE28443, WAE28444, WAE28445, WAE28460NL, WAE28461BY, WAE28461FF, WAE28462BY, WAE28463BY, WAE28463FF, WAE28464FF, WAE28465BY, WAE28465GB, WAE28466NN, WAE28467GB, WAE28468GB, WAE28469GB, WAE28470FF, WAE28471FG, WAE28472FG, WAE28473FG, WAE28475, WAE28490FF, WAE28491NL, WAE28493, WAE28495, WAE28496, WAE284A0, WAE284A2, WAE284A3, WAE284F2NL, and additional Bosch WAE and WFMC series models.

✓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is 00491680 still available? This part is No Longer Available (NLA) from the manufacturer. An alternative part (00439490) may be available. Contact us before placing an order to check current stock and confirm compatibility with your model.

What does 00491680 replace? 00491680 is the final OEM belt that supersedes 491680, 00439490, 1107395, 00360829, 360829, 439490, 5070000151, 6PJE1296, and 052010B. If you are searching for any of these numbers, 00491680 is the correct replacement — or contact us about the 00439490 alternative.

My washer runs but the drum doesn't spin — is it the belt? If the motor runs (you can hear it) but the drum doesn't move, the belt is the most likely cause. You can confirm by removing the rear panel and visually inspecting the belt — a broken belt will be visible on the floor of the washer cabinet. See our Washer Won't Spin guide for a full diagnostic walkthrough.

Should I replace the pulleys at the same time? Inspect both the drum pulley and motor pulley for wear, cracks, or rough bearing feel while the rear panel is off. A worn pulley will cause a new belt to fail prematurely. Contact us to find the correct pulley parts for your Bosch model.