Replace the Clutch Belts Dyson DC07 DC14 or DC33 video

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[@Rick_1337]

8 years later and your video is still helping people. Thank you so much for making this. Your instructions are perfect.

[@baronbeezley1839]

We want you to know that the gentleman showing and narrating how to replace the belts on a Dyson DC33 was very helpful and calming during a very frustrating and tedious job. We thank him greatly for keeping my husband and I from killing each other (yes, the frustration would have been that bad).Thanks again!

[@MarkKlinkenberg]

This was an extremely helpful video. I knew the belts were stretched out, but until I compared the new ones to the old ones, I didn't realize how much. It would have been very difficult to figure out how to disassemble the clutch without this video.

[@eddietrickett8930]

Great video. Found it easier to put motor belt on first before clipping clutch in place

[@dubmob151]

That seems like it might be good, though it looks like it's often a struggle to get the clutch seated properly, even without the belt making it more difficult. Probably just needs more care lining it up as it's pushed in, rather than randomly dropping it in and hoping for the best.

[@bornslippy123]

This was super helpful. Thanks for being so detailed. Took me about 30 minutes and my Dyson was back in business. Parts under $4. Many thanks!

[@KonradStClair]

Thank you so much for posting this video! Would never have been able to replace our broken roller belt without you, our dyson dc33 would have ended up in a land fill after I broke numerous plastic pieces trying to get the clutch out without your help!

[@MrMarkymark005]

THANK YOU for providing such a thorough step by step video for changing out a clutch belt on a Dyson. It is one of the most ridiculously complex & time consuming jobs just for a simple belt change. One would think, with as much money as we have paid for our Dyson vacuum cleaners, they'd make something as common as a belt replacement a bit more straight forward & simplistic.

[@darrenboyd4837]

Thank you for a great tutorial! We ordered new belts and a roller and this fantastic step by step video saved us a bunch of money to fix our 2004 DC07!

[@aec618]

This video was a great help! I get lots of hair buildup on the roller brush frequently. I typically use a utility knife to slice down the long axis of the brush, then just separate the two halves of wrapped hair and pull them free. This time, the belt broke when I was moving it to clear the hair from under it. This video saved the day. I do have two observations to share: 1) when I tried your website (Oct 2018) It was not functional; it said "The new MonsterVacuum.com coming soon". 2) I had to look elsewhere for parts since your site was down--I found them on Amazon. For about $10 more than the cost of two belts, I bought a replacement clutch (genuine Dyson part!), and it had the two belts already pre-installed. That was a lot easier and faster than doing a complete teardown of the existing clutch--the whole repair took me about 30 minutes!

[@jbmerkel613]

Hi Alec, As so many others have commented, you really saved the day! I was inches away from ditching my 10-yr old Dyson Animal but something told me to do some online research before giving up. And Voila! There you were with your informative and easy to understand instructions! I have never taken on a self-repair like this before, but your videos gave me the confidence to try. And bada bing, a new roller and clutch (and just a couple of banged up knuckles) and I'm back in business - the old gal is running like it's brand new!! Not sure if you're aware, but you're definitely famous on lots of help sites where posters specifically refer people to your KZbin vid's for help. So thanks a million for sharing your expertise!! Be well. Jayne from CT

[@evanwarrenchuk4003]

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[@patrickdostal251]

THANKS! I just put in a new clutch on an old DC33 and it works like new. The belts were just stretched out over time. Could not have done it without this video.

[@irmawooten7749]

Mine isn't broken yet, but I am ordering the belts in advance and want to replace them before they snap. Thank you for being so detailed. Love this video.

[@stevenleonard6163]

Appreciate the effort to put this together. Got an estimate for repairing my stepdaughter's vacuum at $65 parts and $100 labor. Reconsidered the option to DIY after watching your video. Seems the store was intent on replacing the whole clutch assembly rather than doing what you demonstrated. I went with your approach. Thanks.

[@tmish1]

Excellent video. I'm mechanically inclined but there a few items on this video that definitely saved me time and probably a few choice words. Thank you to Monster and the technician.

[@jim260771]

Thanks so much for this video, got my DC33 brush running again following your guide. Much obliged!

[@hufartd]

Thanks for this. Couldn’t believe how much better the new roller made on my carpets.

[@jeanregan9342]

Thanks for your excellent instructions ordered part from e bay dyson is now operational, one again a big thank you

[@petrvalkoun4719]

Very good video that allowed me to replace clutch belt on my Dyson ds30. One improvement I would suggest is to remove the clutch belt cover before removing the spring clip. First that is all that is needed if you only need to replace the clutch belt and Second that way the likelihood of breaking the plastic lip of the cover is limited since the shaft is not yet under pressure from the shaft spring. I liked the author’s narration and pace. Well done

[@user-dn5nr1rd1z]

Very helpful video, got my belts replaced for $4, couldnt believe how stretched out they were and had been slipping! Brush roll was frozen still- the answer was pop off the brushroll endcaps and clean out inside, fixed!

[@TropicalCleveland]

Thank you so much, would never have been able to do this without your video

[@marilynkelly9034]

This video helped us! Thank you for posting. Just stopped the video so I could catch up with what you were doing. Then did the next step, sure was funny...2 grown adults taking almost 2 hours to get it apart and back together, but we saved $$$$$. This was a DC14 that we had, about 4 years old and it really needed belts and brushes changed out. Thank you again!

[@robertschlumpberger22]

Thanks for the helpful video. My Dyson is a Model 17 and slightly different but similar and this made it easy to fix the belt.

[@bretttousley3685]

Thanks for the video. I ordered the whole clutch assembly off Amazon but your video helped out.

[@bdviets]

You saved me a lot of headaches with this excellent video. Thank You !

[@Soave828]

Great video . Thank you . Just replaced the belts on clutch,as the old ones were too much stretched and brush wasn’t rotating. 👏

[@astevesilver5642]

Thank you for this video! It allowed me to repair my work place vacuum easily (though not without shedding some blood). All in all, an excellent instruction vid. Keep up the great work!

[@georgebernard8983]

An outstanding video!! I followed it step by step and had NO problems! Thanks for the professional help!

[@SethCrosby]

Dude, your eloquent careful and kind voice coupled with perfect shots made this job not so bad!!

[@jasonobrien1607]

By far the best video I've seen. The only change I'd suggest is when you take off the red/orange/purple piece - do it from the other side. Insert your screwdriver beside the carpet indicator to disengage the clip, then pop it off. Also - your website is currently down so I had to go to the Dyson store to buy parts. Clutch kit with belts was $32.

[@dam00k]

Thanks for posting this, it got me through it real well.

[@stevecoulter2468]

Great Video- im always DIY the Dyson first, & with this its showing the extra steps needed this time. Good work!

[@TheDooferdog]

Fantastic video thanks. I opted just to replace the clutch which was an easy job in the end; in the UK a genuine Dyson clutch was £15 on Amazon.

[@MsJayynee]

Thank you so much for your detailed video. It wasn’t impossible but I probably would have given you without your instructions. I changed both belts 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Bonus- no extra parts 😂

[@johnplato4976]

Thank-you very much making this video! I was able to replace both belts; roller brush & both filters- now my wife says it has too much suction when vacuuming the carpet & rugs! Anyway, excellent video!

[@gamingwithhudson6668]

Very thorough and detailed video. Thanks so much !!

[@Zombieslag]

Saved my butt on this one, thanks for the info!

[@darronevans3040]

Saved me a ton of money -- thank you!

[@Skyrunner13]

Great video. Saved a lot of heartache.

[@coryjohnson3429]

Never has a vacuum belt replacement been more complicated. I hope mine never breaks, but if it does I'll replace the entire machine...with a SHARK! Good to know though.

[@galindimitrov2590]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you!

[@mp1brown348]

The video was perfect! Thanks so much!

[@superherostrength7696]

this was very helpful! thankyou mate.

[@derekaxtell3594]

Great video, all done:-), would never have found that hidden clutch cover screw...lol

[@fury210]

Great video, very helpful. Thanks!

[@poeticpointsofview6654]

Very good tutorial, thank you so much.

[@robertsampson8278]

Very helpful, worked great.

[@tonyrinder5665]

Fantastic video, thanks it helped me a lot

[@fleetwin1]

Thanks for the help, surely a job for everyone to do. That metal clip/belt guide will fit on either side of my clutch, had to pull the clutch out and reposition it properly. You may want to include a new lock clip/ring with future belt kits, it is pretty tough to get this off without bending it up, even with the right tool. I had to bend mine back into proper position before reassembly.

[@richardview1281]

Great video, I can send back the new clutch that I just bought. Thanks!

[@Bobbi4RightDivision]

Give me a Kirby any day to fix lol... can't believe this much hassle for a belt replacement... GREAT VIDEO THOUGH ...THANK YOU!

[@nichelleharris7496]

Same. Replacing a belt on that was much easier. And their vacuums are better than Dyson.

[@dubmob151]

I was always surprised how crude the design of the Dyson DC07 was for such an expensive item. Holding down the head with one foot while standing to the side to tilt it into operating position, pulling the hose out from the pipe to use any attachments, manual cord wrap, knob switch for brush engagement. Just didn't seem very refined compared to other vacuums.

[@adamtee9204]

Great video, Man. Thanks!

[@nadacik]

Great and easy to follow instructions. Thanks. I agree with many about what a terrible design this part of the vacuum is.In order to change such a basic component (belt) it was so fiddly and a big headache. And the screws were such poor quality given the price of this appliance, as are all its plastic components.

[@DaveRolphAndFamily]

Thank you very much, I couldn't have done it without you, one happy wife ;-)

[@vomMarischal]

Is it do-able? I'm intimidated.

[@scottf6864]

Great video to learn how to replace the belts. Take your time watch the video a few times and you’ll get it

[@kennethbachelor6993]

Great video. Thanks!

[@ddnaomi]

Get a large zip tie and loop it through the belts give it a good tug. Put it around the shaft or roller. Once the belt is in place cut the zip tie and remove it.

[@michaeloehmen6989]

Thank you very much for this video!

[@mira1ashton]

Check the ends of your roller brush. They pop off and there may be a wad of hair inside. Thought my clutch had burnt up because the brush wouldn't move and there was a burning smell when I turned the vacuum on. Went to take it apart to see if the clutch belt broke. It was fine but when I went to put the brush back on the end popped off and that's when I found the bird nest of hair. It was preventing the brush from spinning.

[@zeake13]

Thanks for the video. I'd recommend replacing the clutch and belts instead of just belts. for the price difference, it is much easier.

[@anjeliqu1]

Yeah it would probably be cheaper if that is what my problem is I thought about taking it in for service, but after watching a bunch of videos, and your comment I decided I will just do all this by myself :) Thanks for the tip!

[@bob15479]

You def wouldn’t want to go to the trouble of taking everything apart without maintaining the clutch I agree

[@Gregsees]

Amazon sells a complete Dyson clutch with both belts preinstalled for ~ $25. Pop out the old clutch and pop in the new one.

[@msain427]

Thank you! Its impossible to find a roller belt video.. my belt broke and this is a lil much!

[@pheonix9995]

A@@

[@ThisIsJamesL]

They even sell whole vacuum cleaners..... 😂

[@zSockss]

Ty so much man

[@smallblockfuelie]

The brush on our DC 33 spins, but will stop when coming in contact sung through carpet. Is our clutch bad?

[@austinhook2324]

Very helpful

[@johnm3413]

Just want to say thanks for the video. Just used it successfully go through a clutch belt replacement on my DC14. As it was only the clutch belt I didn’t have to take the clutch fully apart as the two screws of the cover let me just change that and miss having to play with the ball bearings!!! Anyway. Thanks again for the video. Managed to do my repair for just a few pounds for the belt :-)

[@OblivifrekTV]

Fitted a new clutch but brush will not spin but I can feel the Clutch moving

[@djfreake]

Well, crap. I’m down to the clutch and the belt is still on and both look good. Do I go deeper into the clutch or assume that maybe the brush is bad or worse? Slipping at the output shaft/motor?

[@mgabrielle2343]

One question Alec, Does the clutch slip when roller gets jammed with a thread from a carpet edge that in the old non-clutch Dysons would end up getting jammed and consequently the motor shaft slipping on its rubber belt burns through the belt and you would then need to replace the single belt. As well as I understand the knob engages and disengages the roller from turning for different floors, for carpets you need the brush turning, for smooth surfaces the roller stays unmoving.

[@OO-xc7zg]

Thanks 👍👍

[@nunyabidness9895]

That's awesome thanks!

[@OO-xc7zg]

Thanks ‼️👍👍

[@bugsea54]

okay I took the clutch casing off and my belt is not broke? My vacuum is making a huge screetching sound. I have cleaned and checked every hose along with detachable parts? Either my motor is going or its my roller brush which really looks fine.

[@bobarchbold275]

Thank you so much for this video!...I ain't in anyway technically minded but with the aid of this video I managed...allbeit with a bit of cussing.....I think I might strip the engine out of our car next and rebuilding.....lol!

[@thomascampolo6467]

Hello Sir. I have a Dyson DC33 and it is less than a year old. Suddenly it started smelling like the motor was burning up and the brush stopped spinning. I took it apart and cleaned the brush. I also checked the belts which were all fine. It still smells and won't spin. Of course I never sent in the warranty and can't find my receipt. What can you suggest I do next? Or maybe you know what the problem is? Thanks

[@atticboy51]

hi, my dyson rollers just stopped turning recently, it's a clutched version like the one you're repairing, and i could see the belt still on so i knew it had to be a deeper problem, like the inner belt from motor to clutch. I "cheated" and purchased a new clutch and belt assembly (and new brush), followed your instructions (which are very good and clear), and found that the second belt was intact, so I came to the conclusion that the clutch unit itself was faulty, so I put in the new clutch assembly, and put everything back together, and although the motor is running the brush part still doesn't turn. by the way i'm in the uk, so buying parts from you might make make the costs more than going to the repair shop (hope you are still able to help!)

[@veeveefrias7490]

Neil Tilstone did u figure out what it was? I just pulled mine apart and the belts are intact. I don't wanna spend money on a clutch if that's not the problem. Please help!

[@daschhoudeshel9401]

THANK YOU!!

[@anjeliqu1]

Is there an easy way to know that it is the clutch belt that is broken? My friend gave me hers, when she got a new one, and I am cleaning it right now. The beater brush isn't spinning freely it's got some pull to it. The attachment part works on this vacuum it is just the beater brush that isn't working right. I have the filters wet right now so I won't know until tomorrow if I got it working. lol

[@ryotaryuu]

Our dc33 clutch does not work. It brush was not moving so I took the vacuum apart tonight. The belt going to the clutch works but not the one going to the brush. The vacuum is 7 years old. Is it really worth fixing?

[@michelevanderwaal153]

How do you know if you need a new clutch? I've checked and cleaned thoroughly our DC 14 and there's no suction from underneath. In the middle near the canister has excellent suction, I think it's the exhaust? So, I'm not sure what to check next? Help! Michele

[@tyraonortham6545]

I'm in the process of changing the clutch belt, but I cannot get the cap off, (the one that changes it from floor to carpet). I'm doing it like the guy in the video, but it's not working. Can someone give me some advice? Please!

[@MyNameIsNotPatrick]

"The knob should come right out" He said.

[@paul7232]

Good video but I would not have found the secret compartment without taking the “U” tube off. Worth mentioning.

[@jbcaesar3780]

I went to change out the clutch as it was making the clicking sound like it was bad, took it apart for curiosity sake and it looked like it was still good. as I was looking things over I noticed the rollers on the end of the brush were really stiff, I had cut a bunch of hair off the brush earlier but when I pulled the end caps off the brush there was hair bound up around the rod so tight it was hard to turn. pulled the hair out and all is well no clutch need. might check this before changing the clutch. the hair wasn't visible until you took the ends off the brush.

[@alexanderszabo5983]

Thanks for that comment, it was full of hair.. I would not have thought to look there

[@emrldeyes]

What is the tool you use at 3.23 to remove the U clip?

[@JnJShiffler]

I have a DC33. Does the handle/hose top flip cover supposed to constantly suck air in or am I missing some cover /cap / seal at the top of my handle?

[@Monstervacuum]

When the vacuum is in the upright position you will feel suction through the top of the hose handle. Once you move the Dyson to the vacuuming position the suction should move to the brush roll. If it doesn't may be a hose or elbow is off or the mechanical change over is not working. Let me know.

[@adonayrivas4620]

Hello, I have a question, because my vacuum cleaner does not work after changing the belt, now when I put it in folder mode it makes a very ugly sound as if it is a motorcycle, what can I do please?

[@Sickey]

Funny how they make everything so difficult now so you just buy everything new. My parents DC33 belt broke they just bought a new one and offered me this one to fix and keep. I’m second guessing myself now lol

[@mario17-t34]

Thanks MV! I have problem with removing that hard plastic U tube to open 3rd secret bolt for clutch, how to remove it ???? in you vid it's already gone.

[@toothgrisle]

Struggling with that myself. Everything at a standstill. Added frustration to an already frustrating job.

[@patriciakammerman8670]

Thanks, I found the video helpful. The clutch belt on my DC33 is still there, but it is not rotating the brush. Could it be that the clutch needs adjusting, or is it possible that the belt is too loose and not functioning properly?

[@patriciakammerman8670]

Nevermind. I took out the axle on the belt and found a ton of dog hair. That was the problem!

[@dougday876]

I'm finding that the DC33 is very hard to push on our new carpet which is fairly dense. My main question: Would you expect that I should be able to stop the roller brush from turning by holding my thumb on it? Otherwise it seems to turn at normal speed and does not slip. The one belt I can see looks in good shape, even after 11 years. The roller brush is free of hair and debris. Because of the pushing effort I'm wondering if the brush is turning during vacuuming. I'm thinking the pushing effort is due to the thick carpet, since it's hard to push even when the roller brush is disengaged; another vacuum(Shark) is a bit hard to push too.

[@Susan70003]

clutch belt belt could prossibly be broken? did you get it repaired? what did it end up being?

[@blueredfinch]

this is a great video. my DC33 when i use the foot to press down and start to vacuum, it makes some loud cracking noise? what is that mean? what do i need to replace? Thanks

[@onetone4561]

If you flip the vacuum cleaner over you will see a groove, a wheel on a plastic arm moves over a cam in the slot if you lubricate the wheel with silicon grease it should fix the problem

[@eagleeye765]

Great video, should have just replaced the belts instead of the entire clutch assembly. Thank you

[@billallen8326]

I disassembled my dyson dc33 as shown in your video and discovered that both belts were still intact and in good condition. The machines roller bar (after it was thoroughly cleaned) still wont rotate. Any suggestions as to what i should check next and how? Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you. Bill.

[@miketybring4700]

most likely the clutch assembly, you can buy them, just did mine.125.00 canadian.

[@johnsalsburey96]

I installed a new clutch and belts it seems to work OK but now the head won't stay down on the floor when you try and use it. Any idea of what I did wrong?

[@DarkMoonDroid]

Sounds like suction. Did you attach the hose back on properly? Is it leaking? Or is there a gap?

[@stevenshumate3430]

I've been trying for over an hour to remove the control nob. It kicking my ***!

[@krystal1261]

please help me, I've taken mine apart and cleaned very well, I have a dc 33 my brush turns but no suction on bottom only through hose an it's not like it was it's very little suction , this vacuum was very powerful an now it's hardly use able , idk if I need a belt or clutch , can you please help ?

[@darwinsimmons1]

Krystal Smith If there is suction at the hose end but none behind the roller while it is being used for floor cleaning there may a blockage in the flexible tube that is just behind the roller brush assembly. The flexible hose could also have slipped off its connectors. You can remove the access panel that is behind the clutch and tilt the handle back until you can see down the flex tube towards the brushbar. This will allow you to see a blockage or if the hose has become detached. I hope this helps.

[@xUncleRandy]

great video, but unfortunate that some of the stuff was partially out of frame

[@VladsFortress]

Installed a new clutch did everything correctly. Now I have loud noise brush tries to turn but doesn't. Why is that?

[@kyahvaughn]

Vlad's Fortress I wish someone would answer this because this is exactly what happened to me before I changed the entire clutch assembly, and now it still does it!

[@Bennythecoredriver]

What torque screwdriver is that? Nice of dyson to use one of those instead of a Phillips

[@KarunaRajagopal]

It's T 15 for the clutch cover and T 10 to open the clutch top.

[@55dude]

on the clutch assembly what is name of the retaining clip because i need one? do you sell them?

[@Monstervacuum]

Just go to Home Depot and they have them in the drawers in the hardware section. You will need to bring the shaft from the clutch to match it up the correct size retaining clip.

[@tylers3187]

Great video sir! How fast should the roller brush spin? Should you be able to easily stop it with your hand? I think my belts are worn/stretched but they have no visible wear. Def not trying to buy another $300 dyson :)

[@Monstervacuum]

No you shouldn't be able to stop it with your hand. The belt is probably stretched between the motor and the clutch. If you have any questions call us at 256-472-4400. Thanks.

[@tylers3187]

Awesome thanks! Now I need to buy a T15 screwdriver which I will probably never use again. I have the full clutch assembly with new belts. Hopefully this will fix it!!

[@tylers3187]

Thanks a ton guys just replaced the clutch and it brought it back 100%. Runs like new.