NOISY DRYER OPERATION CAUSED BY A WORN OR DAMAGED DRUM FELT SEAL
Whirlpool Corporation Dryer Cylinder Felt Seal / Drum Felt Seal WP37001132, Fixes Noisy dryer operation caused by a worn or damaged drum felt seal
Genuine Whirlpool OEM felt seal installed between the dryer drum and rear bulkhead or rear panel.
Part WP37001132Replaces 37001132, 5-0006, 5-1801, 500006, 501801Whirlpool Corporation
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Is This the Right Part?
Part NumberWP37001132
Replaces37001132, 5-0006, 5-1801, 500006, 501801
ManufacturerWhirlpool Corporation
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeCylinder Felt Seal / Drum Felt Seal
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWP37001132
Replaces37001132, 5-0006, 5-1801, 500006, 501801
Common Symptoms
- Squealing or banging noise
- Clothing marks or stains
- Clothes becoming caught between the drum and felt seal
- Extended drying time associated with air leakage
Check Before Replacing
- Inspect the felt seal for separation, fraying, flattening, or visible gaps.
- Check for clothing marks or items catching between the drum and rear bulkhead.
- With power disconnected, rotate the drum by hand and listen for rubbing or abnormal noise.
Pro Tip
High-temperature adhesive is listed as required for installation by the Whirlpool parts listing.
Part Details
Part NumberWP37001132
Part TypeCylinder Felt Seal / Drum Felt Seal
ManufacturerWhirlpool Corporation
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionSeals the clearance between the rotating drum and rear dryer panel to help contain airflow and reduce drum-to-panel contact.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the dryer.
- Use high-temperature adhesive where specified for this seal installation.
- Verify the appliance model before ordering because compatibility varies by model.
Verified Compatible Models
7493-LEM437, AEM407L, AEM407L2, AEM407L2-PAEM402L2, AEM407W, AEM407W2, AEM407W2-PAEM402W2, AEM427L2, AEM427L2-PAEM427L2, AEM427W, AEM427W2, AEM427W2-PAEM427W2, ALE230RAW, ALE230RCW, ALE331RAC, ALE331RAW, ALE331RCW, ALE643RBC-PALE643RBC, ALE866SBC-PALE866SBC, ALE866SCW-PALE866SCW, ALG331RAC, ALG331RMW, LE8107L2-PLE8107L2, LEC50AW-PLEC50AW, LG9209W2-PLG9209W2, LGA10AW/PLGA10AW, LGA60AW/PLGA60AW
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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