LG
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Model #DLGX5171W Official LG dryer

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Dryer Drum Belt (replaces 4400EL2001A)#K130

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer drum belt

Part #4400EL2001A
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Dryer Lint Screen Grille (replaces 3550EL1005B)#K320

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer lint screen grille

Part #3550EL1005B
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Dryer High-Limit Thermostat#M230

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer high-limit thermostat

Part #6931EL3003C
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Dryer Idler Pulley (replaces 4561EL3002B)#K650

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer idler pulley (replaces 4561el3002b)

Part #4561EL3002A
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Dryer Thermistor#K550

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer thermistor

Part #6323EL2001B
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Dryer Blower Thermostat (replaces 6931EL3002A)#K560

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer blower thermostat

Part #6931EL3002A
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Dryer High-Limit Thermostat (replaces 6931EL3003F)#M220

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

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Dryer Moisture Sensor#K340

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer moisture sensor

Part #6500EL3001A
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Dryer Idler Pulley#K651

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer idler pulley

Part #4560EL3001A
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Dryer LP Conversion Kit#M171

Drum and motor assembly part Diagram

Dryer lp conversion kit

Part #383EEL3002D
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Symptoms common to all dryers

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Main causes: bad timer or electronic control board, door switch failure
Main causes: lack of electrical power, bad power cord, wiring failure, bad control board, blown thermal fuse, bad door switch
Main causes: clogged exhaust vent, bad motor relay, loose dryer door catch, bad door switch, control system failure, faulty drive motor
Main causes: bad drum support roller, damaged idler pulley, broken blower fan blade, worn drum glide bearing, bad drive motor
Main causes: door switch failure, lack of power, broken belt, blown thermal fuse, bad drive motor, control system failure
Main causes: damaged door strike, worn door catch
Main causes: bad gas valve coils, broken heating element, tripped safety thermostat or fuse, bad operating thermostat, control failure
Main causes: clogged exhaust system, heating system failure, deposits on moisture sensor, control system failure

Repair guides common to all dryers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dryer.

How to replace a dryer drum support roller

If your dryer thumps or squeals, replace the drum support roller to restore quiet to your home.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer thermistor

The thermistor senses the air temperature in the dryer. If your dryer overheats or doesn't heat at all, the thermistor could be the problem.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dryer idler pulley

The idler pulley exerts pressure keeps the drive belt tight so it can rotate the drum. A worn idler pulley squeals or squeaks when the dryer is running. Follow these instructions to replace it.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 90 minutes or less

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