Loud Noisy Squeaking, Maytag Bravos Dryer Easy Fix, Idler pulley Repair W10547292 Quiet Series 300

[@ronswansonsdog2833]

Amazing. Literally best DYI tutorial I’ve seen on YT.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Thanks

[@daviddean4187]

Thank you sir! I love the university of KZbin because of people like you who take the time to show us how to do things ourselves, so we don’t have to spend $400+ for things we can do ourselves. 🙌🏼

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@kristygarber8739]

My dryer is about 2 years old and there’s only two of us in the house. Maytag is junk. It’s been squeaking for about a year. After paying a repair man $120 that didn’t fix the issue, I watched this video and fixed it myself. Thank you for this video!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

That’s awesome. Glad to help.

[@electra431]

You are right, Maytag is junk.

[@mikej238]

All new appliances are junk. My Maytag w/d are 30 years old....still run like new. I'll never buy new shit, it's only built to last 5 years

[@garfieldbrown4224]

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[@smjmike781]

Great tutorials. Common sense approach and explaination for the DIYer. ANYONE can fix common problems and issues by following you on your channel. I pick up scrap metal as a sideline, and its amazing how many nice, late model units i pick up as junk that need very little. I had one recently that the keeper and ider pully fell off of. That was all, and it was scrapped by the customer. I donate most of my repaired units to people who cant afford to buy new appliances. Thanks for making your contribution of knowledge.

[@magaliserain9999]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I bought the part on Amazon for 10 bucks and spent about an hour to replace it. I can't believe I waited almost a year to finally do this. I'll admit I was scared, but I feel so empowered now. Thanks again!

[@JRWWTH]

Thank you, saved me a service call of $250. I ordered the part in from Amazon Canada for $21. Took me 25 mins to repair. Definitely get a follow from me

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@stevelinebarger5900]

Thank you for the simple to follow video. I've had to replace the idler pulley twice over the past two years and used your method (removal of back panel) both times with great success. Going through the front of the dryer and removing the drum is much more complicated and I may have to do that at some point to replace the drum wheels, but I haven't needed to replace them yet. Again, thank you for your video.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@jthadrick]

Thanks so much for this. The instructions were perfect. I looked at another video but it was for a slightly different unit and the whole front of the dryer had to be removed. I came across your video in the cue by chance with basically the same unit I have. The instructions could not have been more spot on. This saved me a bunch of cash.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@edjohnson485]

Excellent tutorial-thank you! Followed your steps, replaced the part, and my dryer is back to drying silently again. Thank you for making it so easy! You da man.

[@robkaergard7043]

I followed your instructions for my bravos xl, and restored peace in my house- idler pulley was sticky, didn’t spin freely, causing the screeching noise. Thanks!

[@alyssalane6418]

As soon as you turned it on, I KNEW this was my problem with my dryer. It’s the song mine likes to sing as soon as the kids are sleeping.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

At least it’s not too hard of a fix.

[@alyssalane6418]

I got the parts in and swapped out the pulley and voila- no more banshee scream!! I had your video playing as I swapped it. The most time consuming part were all the screws. 😂 If I a mid-30s single female can do this, anyone can!

[@dannyharoldsen477]

Thanks for the information, I was able to get rid of our squeaky noise all for just $25 for the part, and avoided paying someone to come fix it.

[@Travis_Flora]

This video was super helpful! Thank you so much! I was able to inspect and clean the part without having to call a repair person and without buying a new part. Thanks again!

[@matthewnelson8375]

This video was great!! I was able to follow the steps, and repair my drier in less than 30 minutes. Over videos have you going from the top and removing a ton of stuff, this was super easy.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to hear it.

[@Travis_Flora]

Totally agree! Got me right where I needed to go. Other videos were removing the drum and crazy stuff. This video was awesome!

[@courtneydiebel5623]

Amazing. Exactly what I was looking for. Saved me a service call. Great DIY repair video. Thanks.

[@ezyryder11]

Awesome video. I watched your other video about opening it from the front and did this entire repair from the front instead of the back. It was wild.

[@magebomba318]

Channels like this deserve more live and $$. You save us a lot thank you very much!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@toddcjohnson]

This was such helpful advice. I first tried lubin' everything up, but your video showed me the way. Bought the part on Amazon and had it purring again within a few minutes. Thanks so much.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@schlussler1]

This was a great video. Showing how to quickly replace the bearing and even where to order it and find the right one! Great job!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@suzannemeyers-warrick4035]

So helpful! Saved us $$ and we appreciate your tutorial and links to buy the parts. Thank you!

[@mducharme71]

Awesome, I just cured a huge headache watching this. My clip was still attached, so I freed up the pully and used Blaster Multi Max synthetic lube until I get a new idler pully on order.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@richardl3720]

Amazing how much noise this little wheel can create. It's interesting you accessed it via the back of the machine. I didn't realize this was possible. It surely beats taking the front pieces off including the drum.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Oh yeah I wish all dryers had these access points. The new ones are especially difficult to work on.

[@richardl3720]

@@WasherDryerMoney keeping my old pushbutton forever. Can't fix the newer ones.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

@@richardl3720 true

[@michaelfrancalanzo4485]

Just wanted to thank you for this very useful video. It saved me big $$$! I only had one problem... I just couldn't get that new belt back on the pully. No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn't do it. I thought the new belt was too short. What I wound up doing was leaving half the belt on top off the drum, then l had enough slack to fit it on. Then afterwards I pulled the belt over the drum in the proper place. Anyway, that was the only way I could get it to go. All good now and you sir were a HUGE help. Thanks!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@96bradjohnson]

Thank you! I bought the part on Amazon for $10.00 and repaired it in 45 minutes.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@lf6132]

Thanks for your video! I used your link and bought my part, put it in today and no more Mr. Squeaky Dryer ;-) Thanks!! 😃

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Awesome

[@falconfan79]

Thank you so much bro! Great video, very helpful. You do a great job walking us lamen through this diy.

[@Overtorqued2.0]

Good job on explaining this. THANKS

[@borisk4444]

Thank you soooo, much for posting this, it's the exact same on. Took 15 minutes to fix.

[@michelfiset2400]

Perfect video, when it is well explain it is easy to follow. Took me a big 15 min to change the idler pulley. Many thanks

[@kidanemisikir855]

Thank you, excellent step by step instructions. It will be very productive if you tell us the model number. Thank you again.❤

[@alfrednakhisa6812]

Thanks for the video. It helped me fix my dryer without call the repair guys.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help. Save that money.

[@ow0mo]

worked like a charm! Thanks for the video and for saving our family a couple hundred dollars!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help.

[@kklinefelter]

When I accessed the idler pulley in my dryer it looked in very good condition but upon removing it I noticed it did not move freely enough. Applied some lube and everything was as good as new so ultimately this video helped me very much. Thank you.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help. It’s best not to use WD-40 because that removes oil overtime. I recommend lithium grease or any other type of oil besides WD-40

[@michaelmcaree8543]

Hi this is second time ill be replacing. I think the real problem is that sheet metal screw loosens and idler moves back and forth instead of just up and down hence squeeking. I think i might try a bolt and nut to fasten

[@RayRay-zc2ed]

Thanks for the video. I just fixed my dryer this morning.

[@CH-by8dp]

Showed me exactly what to do. Thanks, no more squeking.😊

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@mykyeee]

Thank you, thank you and thank you for this video! I was able to fix this issue on my own without needing to hire a tech. Thank you!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to hear it.

[@CurtisGarrett]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This video was terrific and helped me easily repair our squealing dryer. I am now a hero in our house!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Lol glad to help.

[@chuckclark7444]

Great video was able to access the pulley from the back of Maytag Bravos XL MCT. The original pulley didn't spin well, dryer seems quiet now. Took about half an hour to do.

[@koredono]

This was a great video, showed me everything I needed to do, *except*, on my model of dryer (model #MEDB880BW0), the emergency cutoff is completely different, it's a piece of electronics with a physical tab that goes in the cross-shaped cut-out, when the idelr pulley is released, it knocks the tab down. All you have to do is re-set that tab when you've got the new pulley all in place, but it did take me a little bit of testing and trial-and-error to get it right. Thanks so much!

[@PhilipFaustine]

Excellent instructions and video, dryer is back to working. The parts look up link is perfect to include, I have used them before. Thanks.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to hear you got it going. It’s always crazy how simple some of these repairs are and people will just throw these machines away without even trying to fix it. Well played keep saving that money.

[@brittanymiller7482]

This video is awesome I just used it to change my lever pulley and it was so easy! Thank you so much for this tutorial it saved me tons of money

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@michaelellismullan4307]

Thanks man...I was just able to use a small amount of grease to get the pulley moving again

[@mikedefalco4871]

Great video! I need to know how to change the heating element on this exact model? Any videos out there? Any help appreciated

[@Easystreet208]

I did this and it fixed it. simple process. Thank you for the video!

[@pdhaduk]

Very helpful video and it saved me a bundle. Just sprayed some WD40 in the Idler pulley and canceled my order for a new Dryer.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@89jlynch]

Thanks for the video. I have a 2017 bravo xl. Same issue and slightly different inside. Regardless you showed me how a $25 part and alittle time can be a money saver! Love DIY.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@Sabretoothkiller]

Fixed my squeak in 5 minutes! Thanks !

[@brianhalicki4078]

I can't believe how easy it was to replace! Taking the back cover took longer.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@PJSGBC]

Really appreciate this straight forward kind of helpful video. Thanks a ton for putting it up!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@jennifermccoy7134]

Where can I submit a video for a diagnosis of my dryer noise? I'm not sure if I need to call someone out or if it's something I can repair once I know what's wrong.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

@@jennifermccoy7134 it’s highly likely in dryers, making squeaking noises that it’s the rollers or the belt pulley. There’s a few different types of dryers that open and have different style rollers, so be sure to look for videos with dryers that look like yours.

[@kemp4vt]

Thanks! Fixed mine today. $ 10. Gone.... loud screeching noise and imminent disaster.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad you got it going.

[@upatoimodelwerks14]

When you first removed the back plate, the belt was wrapped around both the idler pulley and the other roller directly below it. When you reassembled it, you did not put the belt on the idler pulley. Did I miss that step? Thanks!

[@TheFrenchPug]

Not sure what you mean. It all looked good to me. I've done my own and it looks like the exact same process.

[@dfields9511]

I had a Frigidaire dryer that would make noises , it was bearings on the drum. I replaced it. this was before any videos on YT showing how todo it. but I had found a written blog posts described how to fix it

[@drrussdc]

Nicely specific to my model. Was able to inspect the idler pulley, clean and lube it and replace it. Nice and quiet. I'm going to pick up a new one as there was so.e wear noted and it will likely fail in a few weeks though.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Yeah those things don’t last forever. Good luck.

[@fishgurusince1985]

100% worked. I just fixed my Maytag bravos XL in 15 min with a $12 part. Thank you for the help.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

That’s awesome.

[@chad_hartley]

Appreciate this video. Pulled my shot idler pulley off today and realized the spring is also broken. Part AP6021532. It appears out of stock at my local shop and because of the holidays, shipping is crazy right now. Looking for quick fix. Is there a generic replacement I might be able to find locally at a Lowe's or Home Depot or

[@orlandojohnson5742]

I’m starting to become more interested in fixing these washers & dryers! You can save soooo much money repairing instead of replacing all the time! I fixed a fairly new dryer jus by replacing a heat safety!!! And cleaning out the clogging debris! Which caused it to overheat on the 1st place!!

[@user-mt1pb2dj1y]

I have the same dryer I don't get an error code and after low power from a partial power failure the timer is calibrated in hours instead of minutes, how do I change it back to minutes? I have tried unplugging and also Turning off circuit breaker for 30 min.

[@JonesCrimson]

I'm in an apartment with an MET3800xw stacked unit and I watched a few videos and checked the parts diagrams and manual thinking I could figure it out as I go but then the dang things been adhered to the floor and I don't wanna ruin to linoleum so I can't even unplug the dang thing lmao. Living with the Lemons.

[@frankdigi312]

Dude you Rock ! Thank you so much ! Save me buying a new dryer and it’s not that old ! Good stuff!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@KidBrooklyn]

Thx! So helpful! Where's the Drum Roller Replacement Video?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

I just got done moving and I’m about to actually make that video. Lol

[@doghouse916]

Thank you, I lubed mine and it works.

[@danfranklin4206]

Great video. Extremely helpful. Helped me fix the exact problem.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@quintusroberts5288]

Thanks for the excellent video! I followed it to the T and installed a new idler pulley. Turned the dryer on, and the squealing noise is gone, but it's still running loudly. Could it be because I did not add the lubricant?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Could be. Did you check all the rollers? They should roll easily. You should be able to easily spin them and they continue to roll for a second

[@johnnguyen3179]

Great video! I have the parts ordered and hope to have this annoying squeaking noise gone. Now I have a question on the use of the white lithium grease. Can you spray on any part that moves? Or just the wheel you replaced? Thanks I’m advance!

[@andrewmitchell5678]

Should I be using a graphite, silicone spray, or grease to lubricate the pin the pulley is in? The reason I am asking is it seems like they come out of the package with a light coating of graphite. Thanks for all the videos

[@WasherDryerMoney]

When there are new I usually don’t do anything with but I usually use white lithium grease if I think it needs it. But I’m not 100% what the perfect thing to use would be.

[@steveyoungquist9199]

I appreciate the directions, but they didn’t do me any good with my Maytag bravo dryer. Because mine comes out the front.

[@darrellkenton6244]

I think that my help my problem. How easy was it to put belt back in place?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Pretty easy.

[@beefstew66]

Great video, thanks! Quick dumb question, I have no heat after repair, does it matter if the machine is plugged in or not when trying to reset the board? (Make sure the switch isn’t stuck)

[@beefstew66]

Pro Tip! (Going to throw myself under the bus) If you have no heat, make sure to double check that you turned the gas valve back on, it “might” help! 😂

[@SanjayVrajlal]

Where is the idler pulley switch? Dryer will not heat up after replacing belt and rollers.

[@joeleeman9886]

You never linked the other video in description

[@DaniStuart]

This video was very helpful! I went ahead and replaced the drum rollers at the same time. A few weeks later, the idler pulley seized up. I replaced it again and now it's squeaking again (3 weeks later). I have a feeling something is out of alignment causing the issue. Any idea what the issue could be? Thank you!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Always hard to tell when I’m not there to actually look at them. But first use some type of oil to lubricate it. I like white lithium grease. Do not use WD-40. You could also lubricate the pivot point on the arm of the idler pulley. Try that first

[@roberthicks4794]

Thanks… Huge help sir…

[@humbertolanderos6874]

Would you do a video showing how to put the belt back on after replacing idler pulley.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Sure

[@LexieAsmr]

Mine is still loose help

[@CH-by8dp]

Is the blower bearing replaceable if it starts up again?

[@EliteCupRacing88]

OK so I took the idle pulley off. Took the wheel off of the arm. Is the silver part supposed to spin by itself or is it locked in place? Or is it supposed to all spin on the pulley. I guess what I’m asking is is there a bearing on the wheel?

[@nydrell1969]

Well let me go tinker now because wifey looking to go buy another dryer...i don't think so

[@vvhadesvv1999]

I wish I could find a video like this for my Amana model nde6800ayw.

[@marcoszeferino7870]

Hi, great video. I have a maytag bravos, it makes a small thumping noise when spinning. Also right before it comes to a stop when you turn it off it makes a growling/thumping noise. Checked all rollers and they all seem to be spinning fine, could it most likely be idler pulley? Or bad spring? Or rollers worn out even if they spin fine?. Thanks in advance.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Check the drum itself where the rollers run. Sometimes they’ll be a little piece of lint or old rubber that will slowly grow and create a thumping noise when the roller hits it. Also occasionally there will be stuff in the actual dryer fins that flip the clothes. Usually it will sound like change going back-and-forth.

[@amypage2852]

We just replaced the pulley and it works but now it sounds like a vibration coming from the pulley. We checked the bolt and it’s tight. The dryer didn’t have this noise until we changed the pulley. What could the problem be? Is it a defective pulley? Thank you

[@melanieperry4721]

Thank you my dryer is aweful I'm on it!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@FLYAWAYFROMHERE89]

Great video!! I have a Bravos XL making a very loud similar noise. It started intermittently a couple weeks ago and gradually became more frequent. Now, it is continuous, but it only starts making the noise after it warms up and has been running for 10 or 15 minutes. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

It could be the idler pulley or the drum rollers. That would be the first thing I would check. Sometimes you don’t even have to replace anything just white lithium grease. It just depends on how worn out the rollers are. Even a tiny bit of where will make them loud.

[@FLYAWAYFROMHERE89]

@@WasherDryerMoney Thanks for the reply!! And the Great Video!! I took the back of a couple days ago, it was definitely the idler pulley, gunked up and sticking. Cleaned it up good, put it back, started don't it again 20 minutes later. The send seems to affect it after it runs for a while. Ordered new one, just now put it on. Working great. Only One Question, When you put on a new one, do you just put it on, or do you use white lithium on it first ordinarily?

[@Chris-yu9xe]

@@WasherDryerMoney I have the opposite issue. It starts off squealing and then stops as it warms up

[@WasherDryerMoney]

@@Chris-yu9xe could be the same problem. It’s a metal on metal bearing so it may just need to be oiled but most of the time it has a little bit of ware and will start squeaking. The parts cheap I would replace it if oil in it doesn’t help. I like using white lithium grease.

[@FLYAWAYFROMHERE89]

@@WasherDryerMoney I put in the new pulley, been working great for several days now. Thanks so much for the help. I never put grease on the new one, but I'm educated on it now.

[@mikemcgowan5075]

Was a video ever made for the drum roller?

[@michellecuba9542]

Just saved my ass brother.thank you!!!

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@rodoortiz7398]

Gracias, muchas gracias.

[@stickjr401]

Perfect!

[@jasonlee595]

My Quiet 300 Series started out with loud screeching noice, but then quiets down to normal after about a minute or so, is Idler Pulley still the culprit in this case? I suspect maybe the belt needs some silicone spray or something like that. Thanks

[@danielfischer9319]

After taking mine apart loud bearing noise when spinning. Put bearing in wrong?

[@schlussler1]

You probably twisted the belt...like I did...easy fix, just reopen back, feel the belt to see if you feel a twist on each side, then remove belt and put it on correctly.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Sorry for the late reply just saw this comment. If it’s not the idler pulley it could be the drum rollers

[@masonrector4456]

The “unplug” part That the skeleton from that Grateful Dead vid?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

It may be. I just found that picture and thought it was funny.

[@sacord83]

Home alone 2 lol

[@blairakana9984]

Thanks for the great video

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@jerseyprepper]

Your the man ty sir ty ty ty

[@robertrioux7409]

You 'da man, thanks!

[@MarcFun]

The rear panel of my dryer doesn't come off, it's sealed , i took all the screws off already! should i try opening front panel? maytag Bravos MCT medx500xwo

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Yes you would disassemble it from the front. I have a video on cleaning the lint out of that exact machine. Just check it out it should walk you step-by-step through how to do it.

[@darrellkenton6244]

Thanks

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Glad to help

[@johndarling1938]

How often is this the issue ? 10% 40% ? Would lithium grease alone fix it if the triangular keeper is still on ?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Sometimes you can catch it very early and it will not warp that rod. Most of the time I would just buy the kit and replace it. Especially if I’m going to resell it.

[@WasherDryerMoney]

If it is squealing more than likely this is the problem. It could also be the rollers. I have a video on that. Sometimes they just get hair wrapped around them and they’ll start squealing.

[@jblps]

I replaced the heating element and everything was working then i replaced the belt tensioner and suddenly it won't start. Possible i damaged the motor by using an impact for the bolt? Kicking myself right now

[@jblps]

It was the switch right behind the tensioner. Had no idea there existed such a thing. It's making more noise than before now somehow.

[@jblps]

I think one of the wheels wasn't making contact. seems okay now after lubing and reassembling for the nth time. That switch by the tensioner is a PITA though. Hard to reach from behind

[@Mitchyymitchmobile]

whats the thing called at the bottom with the other belt connected to it, im having a grinding noise from that pulley, is there part number for that part

[@WasherDryerMoney]

I think you’re referring to the idler pulley. Very common part to go out.

[@improvisedsurvival5967]

Mine is making a knocking sound could this be it.

[@paulbrown4539]

Good info man Thank 😁👍🏿

[@WasherDryerMoney]

Thanks

[@abdulalsyoufi8376]

I’m not seeing the link to the pole

[@flavrdPnut]

Mine has the vent fan and filter cover on the left with no access... is there another way to get into this thing?

[@WasherDryerMoney]

I just put out a video on how to break this machine completely apart. Look through some of my recent videos.

[@humbertolanderos6874]

I replaced the idler pulley, but I am having issues putting the belt back on. It is too loose. I took pictures before, but still cant manage to put it back. I even took it apart from the front to see if the belt missed going around something, but no, it only grabs the drum. How can this be? Looked for belt diagrams, and nothing that's clear.

[@christinecard1234]

Did you ever get a response or instructions? I am having the exact problem as you describe.

[@humbertolanderos6874]

Solved the issue, if it will help anyone, make sure to align the belt more towards the center of the drum, not the back edge. Look for the old belt marks and align to help you. Also, make sure nothing is interfering with belt from being aligned. After making those corrections, I was able to get a tight fit, and install correctly.

[@goldfinch9761]

@@humbertolanderos6874 we are having this same issue. Belt is now too loose and won’t stay on! Am dreading opening up the dryer further :( any suggestions? Replacing the idler pulley was a 10 min job. Great video on that .