Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly WP37001287, Replaces 37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPL

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Common Symptoms

• Squealing or loud noise during operation
• Drum does not spin
• Drum rotation is intermittent or the belt slips
• Visible pulley wear, cracking, looseness, or failure to rotate freely

Check Before Replacing

• Disconnect electrical power before inspection or service.
• With the dryer unplugged, inspect the belt for slack, fraying, or incorrect seating around the drum and motor pulley.
• With the belt unloaded, manually rotate the idler pulley and check for binding, roughness, wobble, or unusual looseness.
• Inspect the pulley and arm for cracks, worn contact surfaces, or a detached or overstretched spring.
• Confirm that the belt-routing and tensioning arrangement matches the appliance service documentation before concluding the idler assembly is defective.

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Installation Notes

• Disconnect power or switch off the household circuit breaker before installation.
• Wear work gloves because cabinet and internal dryer components may have sharp edges.
• Installation requires access to the belt and idler assembly and may require model-specific cabinet disassembly.
• Release belt tension before removing the old assembly, and retain the belt-routing orientation for reassembly.
• After installation, verify that the belt is properly seated, the pulley rotates freely, and the drum turns smoothly before normal use.

Verified Compatible Models

MDG5806AWW, PDET920AYW, PDET920AZW, PDGT920AWW, HYE2205AKW, MDET336AYW, MDET446AYW, MDET236AZW, MDET236AYW, MDE208DAYW, MDE2706AYW, MDG3758AWW, MDG3757AWW, MDG4658AWW, MDE4806AZW

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