LG Dryer motor idler pulley assembly 4561EL3002A

Genuine LG dryer idler pulley assembly that applies tension to the drum drive belt.

Is This the Right Part?

Common Symptoms

• Squealing or squeaking noise from the pulley or bearing
• Drum fails to rotate or rotates improperly
• Drive belt slips or breaks
• Dryer may stop during a cycle when belt tension is lost

Check Before Replacing

• With power disconnected, inspect the pulley wheel and arm for visible wear, damage, or restricted movement.
• Listen for squealing or abnormal pulley noise during operation before disassembly.
• Verify that the drum belt remains properly tensioned and tracks correctly.

Pro Tip

Part Details

Key Features

• Genuine LG OEM part
• Complete motor idler pulley assembly
• Maintains drum-belt tension
• Used in LG and LG-built Kenmore dryers

Installation Notes

• Disconnect electrical power before servicing.
• For gas dryers, shut off the gas supply before servicing.
• Use the model number to verify fit before installation.
• Internal dryer panels may have sharp edges; use appropriate hand protection.

Verified Compatible Models

796.61423410, 796.69478000, 796.71412910, 796.71433710, 796.81028900, 796.81582411, 796.90272800, 796.91028900, 796.91722000, 796.91722010, 796.98842800, 81393, 91782, 79691272210, DLE0332W, DLE0442G, DLE0442W, DLE1001F, DLE1001W, DLE1101W, DLE1310W, DLE1501W, DLE2020W, DLE2050W, DLE2101W, DLE2140W, DLE2150R, DLE2150S, DLE2150U, DLE2240S, DLE2240W, DLE2250W, DLE2301R, DLE2301W, DLE2350R, DLE2350W, DLE2512W, DLE2514W, DLE2515S, DLE2516W, DLE2522W, DLE2524W, DLE2532W, DLE2544W, DLE2701V, DLE3050W, DLE3075W, DLE3090W, DLE3095W, DLE3170W, DLE3180W, DLE3500W, DLE3733D, DLE3733S, DLE3733W, DLE3777W, DLE4801W, DLE4870W, DLE4901W, DLE4970W, DLE5001W, DLE5002W, DLE5955W, DLE5977SM, DLE7100W, DLE7177RM, DLE7177WM, DLE7200VE, DLE7300WE, DLE8200W-AEWEEUS, DLE8377WM, DLEX2801W, DLEX3001W, DLEX3070W, DLEX3360R, DLEX3370V, DLEX3370W, DLEX3550V, DLEX3570V, DLEX3885C, DLEX4200W/00, DLEX7177RM, DLEX7800WE/00, DLEX8100W, DLEY1201V, DLEY1701VE, DLG2241W, DLG3181W/00, DLG3471W, DLG3501W/00, DLG3744W, DLG5988WM, DLGX2451R, DLGX2551W, DLGX2651W, DLGX3002P, DLGX3371W, DLGX3701V, DLGX3701W, DLGX4371W, DLGX7711VE, DLGX7901BE, DLGX8001V, DLGX8001W, DLGX8101V/00, DLGX8101W, DLGX8388WM, DLGX8501V, DLHX4072W, TCD1870QGS, DLE5955G, DLE5977B, DLE5977S, DLE5977W, DLE6942W, DLE8377NM, DLE9577SM, DLE9577WM, DLG0332W, DLG0452W, DLG2525S, DLG2526W, DLG3744S

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.