Dryer Makes Noise? Maytag Dryer Repair #12001541

This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drum support roller on Maytag dryers. The most common reasons for replacing the drum support roller are when the dryer makes noise, stops turning during the cycle, or won’t turn at all.

All of the information for this roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Jenn Air, Crosley

Tools needed: screwdriver, snap ring pliers

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[greffie]

Thanks so much. Someone quoted me $500 to overhaul the whole machine. Replaced the roller and the belt for $70. But I had to buy a snap ring tool for $30. Still saved $400 bucks or even more on a new machine.

[matthewr.]

I have never attempted to do anything like this ever! Your video not only helped me install a new drum roller, but also a new belt. Dryer runs like new again...great video!!

[shawnbb]

I wish I had seen your video first. It was super helpful. I replaced the idler pulley wheel and put it all back together. Then realized my drum support rollers need to be replaced. Your video is just perfect. Thank you.

[dapperlink]

Can't begin to thank you enough! During this COVID-19 period when we didn't want to bring any service people into the house, your video showed me how to get into the dryer that had a binding drum. I would've looked all night and not found those two screws at the bottom. Then when I got the front panel and front ring and dust drawer off, I didn't even have to look any further. Some thin cloth had managed to work itself into the fans of the motor in the front. I just had to clear that and it was as good as new. Kept possible COVID-19 exposure out of the house and money in our pockets! Thanks again!!!

[butchtheiw]

Just finished installing both drum rollers with the help of this video. After getting the dryer put back together (getting that belt back on the tensioner is a PITA!), i fired it up and it was still squeaking as loud as before. I pulled the drum and belt and coated the belt with Belt Ease, but just in case that didn't work, I pulled the plastic roller off the tensioner and oiled it's hub and rod. The noise stopped. SO! IIf you're going to go to the trouble of removing the drum to do this job, you might as well lube that white plastic wheel on the belt tensioner. Pull the clip and washer, take the wheel off and put some oil on it. It's easy as long as you've got the drum out of the way. Worked for me! And thanks once again, repair clinic, for another video to help me not pull half a dozen parts that I don''t need to.

[jeffkruska]

Replaced my belt and roller wheels, but was not the main reason for all the noise. It was the blower wheel. Would have never attempted to do this repair without your video, great step by step instructions.

[wyomingresident]

Awesome! Great Video!

I'd like to add that the belt was difficult to get back into place from the front. My dryer had an access door in back that, when removed, made the job very simple.

Thanks again!

[Kizzle]

My Maytag looks like this and rumbled super loud. I opened it up tonight per the instructions, and found a dryer sheet stuck on the wheel with lots of lint. I was able to use a shop-vac and runs quiet now. Not bad for a dryer from the 90’s.

[repairclinic]

I would suggest using the repair help section of our website (link in the description). If you input your model number there you'll get a list of symptoms that can cause a rattling noise. A quick look at the list showed that there are a few other parts that could be causing the noise (blower wheel or drum slide). I hope this helps.

[rushbuzzy]

This helped save hundreds. Much of it had to be done "by feel", as the belt and pulley were hard to see. Thanks.

[TheNickybocker]

Good Job! You make it look easy :) I just did mine. I didn't remove the wiring, after unbolting, I just swung and stood the front panel and the drum panel face to the left. I then took the 2 bolts out underneath the top and stood the top upright giving me complete free access to the inside. I was having trouble threading the belt without being able to see, so I threaded the pulleys first and slipped the belt around the drum as I slid it back into place, (this worked rather well).

[blakeopitz]

This video helped a lot! But I missed or perhaps it was not mentioned when putting on the new belt after the rollers to remove the small panel at the back of the dryer to access the pullies when threading the belt. Way easier than trying to do it by reaching through the front.

[collinpalkovitz]

Thanks! This was great! There is no way I would have been able to complete this repair without this video, but this made it easy.

[newrush]

Is it necessary to lubricate the support wheel axles with Lithium grease??

[repairclinic]

That's great! Way to keep the ol' dryer running!

[raypinson]

Spot on! GREAT How To video for easy fix to a screeching Maytag.

[jimsitko]

Had to replace the rollers today to prevent the screeching. Now I have a little whine but otherwise works fine. Not sure the belts are just getting realigned. They looked in the proper place when I finished the fix. Remounting the belt was a problem. I had to wedge the idler pulley to stretch the spring so I could mount the belt.

[Drotisworld]

At 1:40 seconds. What is that grey silver-ish material sitting above the roller? I need more of that.

[danielgareau]

Very helpful video! Thank you. My only question is where does the belt go on the drum? In the groove or closer to the middle of the barrel?

[Cragmontster]

Thank you so much, this was what was wrong with my dryer and your video helped me fix it, thanks!