LOUD SQUEALING OR SQUEAKING DURING DRYER OPERATION
Whirlpool Dryer Idler Pulley Wheel and Arm Assembly WPW10547292, Fixes Loud squealing or squeaking during dryer operation
Genuine Whirlpool dryer idler wheel and bracket assembly that provides tension to the dryer drum belt.
Part WPW10547292Replaces 8547160, W10547292, WPW10547292VPWhirlpool
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 NumberWPW10547292
Replaces8547160, W10547292, WPW10547292VP
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeDryer Idler Pulley Wheel and Arm Assembly
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWPW10547292
Verified Previous OEM Numbers8547160, W10547292, WPW10547292VP
Common Symptoms
- Loud squealing or squeaking during operation
- Drum rotates inefficiently or struggles to spin
- Burning smell associated with a seized or dragging pulley
Check Before Replacing
- With power disconnected, inspect the idler wheel and bracket for visible wear, damage, or misalignment.
- Rotate the idler wheel by hand and check for roughness, binding, or excessive wobble.
- Verify the belt tracks correctly over the idler pulley and motor pulley before replacing the assembly.
Pro Tip
Verify the complete dryer model number before ordering because Whirlpool uses multiple non-interchangeable idler-pulley designs.
Part Details
Part NumberWPW10547292
Part TypeDryer Idler Pulley Wheel and Arm Assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionMaintains tension and alignment on the dryer drum belt so the drum can rotate.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the dryer; shut off the gas supply when working on a gas dryer.
- Confirm belt routing and pulley alignment before reassembling the dryer.
- Use the complete appliance model number to confirm fit; compatibility varies by model.
Verified Compatible Models
Fitment reminder: Verified compatibility is maintained by the XPart Model Hub Network. Match the complete appliance model number before ordering.
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