LG Dryer Drive Motor Assembly 4681EL1008A, Replaces 4681EL1002A, 4681EL1008B, 4681EL1008H, 4681EL1008K
When an LG dryer stops tumbling, loses heat, or starts making a loud grinding or humming noise, the DC blower motor and pulley assembly is the most common root cause. In most LG electric and gas dryers, this motor drives both the drum rotation and the blower fan simultaneously — a single unit responsible for airflow and tumbling. When it fails, the drum stops turning, hot air cannot circulate, and clothes come out wet or the dryer shuts down on thermal overload. ⚡ Common failure point in LG-built dryers across DLE, DLG, and DLEX series. Part 4681EL1008A is the genuine OEM replacement that restores full drum drive and blower function with a direct factory-fit installation. Current manufacturer replacement: EAU30126201.
LG Dryer Part 4681EL1008A
Is This the Right Part?
Confirm the complete model number before ordering. Similar parts may use different connectors, dimensions, hose positions, electrical ratings, or mounting points.
- ✔ Your LG or Kenmore dryer powers on but the drum is not turning or airflow is absent
- ✔ The dryer belt has been confirmed intact — a broken belt is a separate repair
- ✔ Power supply and thermal fuse have been confirmed good
- ✔ ONLY problem is drum not spinning, no airflow, or loud motor noise — not a heating element or gas valve failure
- Dryer drum not turning — motor hums but drum is stationary
- No airflow through the dryer — clothes remain wet after full cycle
- Loud grinding, squealing, or humming noise during operation
- Dryer starts then stops mid-cycle due to thermal overload from blocked airflow
- Burning smell from motor area during operation
- Dryer runs but produces no heat due to failed blower circulation
- Part Number: 4681EL1008A
- Type: DC Drum Drive and Blower Motor with Pulley Assembly — combined unit driving drum rotation and air circulation
- Replaces: 4681EL1002A, 4681EL1002B, 4681EL1008B, 4681EL1008H, 4681EL1008S — no modification required
- Brands: LG, Kenmore
- Weight: 25 lbs — substantial assembly, handle with care during installation
After installing the new motor and reconnecting the wiring harness, run a brief test cycle before reinstalling the front panel and drum. This lets you confirm the motor spins freely, the blower moves air, and there are no unusual noises — without having to disassemble the entire cabinet again if a connector was missed. A 30-second test run saves a potential hour of rework.
Part Details
Use a qualified technician when diagnosis or installation is outside your experience. Gas parts should be installed by a licensed technician.
Verified Compatible Models
DLE2514W, DLE2516W, DLE3733S, DLE3733W, DLE3777W, DLE5955G, DLE5955W, DLE5977W, DLE9577SM, DLE9577WM, DLEX7177RM, DLEX7177WM, DLG2526W, DLG3744S, DLG3744W, DLG3788W, DLG5966G, DLG5966W, DLG5988W, DLG9588WM, DLGX0002TM, DLGX3002R, DLGX3002W, DLG2702V, DLE7177RM, DLEX8377WM, DLE1310W, DLG5002W, RN1306AT, RN1316AS, DLG5988S, DLG3744D, DLGX5102V, DLGX5102W, RN1306BT, RN1319VS, DLE3733U, TDV10186GM, DLE0442G, DLG0452G, DLG3744U, RV1306AT, RV1316AS, RV1321AS, DLE0442W, DLG0452W, RV1306BT, RV1319VS, RN1316A, RN1316B, TDV10135E, TDV10135G, DLG2051W, RV1307B, DLG2302R, DLG2102W, DLG2302W, TDV10092EK, DLG2602R, DLG2602W, RN1319E, RV1310A, RV1310B, TDV10092G, CDE3379WN, DLE5977SM, RN1317AS, 48231010009, TDV10090E, RN1327AY, TDV10090G, CDG3389WN, TDV10240E, TDV10240G, TDV10177GM, TDV10241E, DLGX8388NM, DLE8377WM, TDV10241G, 48231010030, TDV10092E, RV1317AS, RV1327AY, DLG8388NM, TDV10244E, DLE2050W, TDV10244G, RV1316A, RV1316B, TDV10245E, DLE2301R, DLE2101W, TDV10245G, DLE2301W, DLE2601R, DLE6942W
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