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How to Replace the Rear Drum Bearing in a Kenmore Dryer

The rear drum bearing inside a Kenmore automatic dryer holds the drum in place to prevent it from becoming unbalanced while it is rotating. A broken or defective rear drum bearing can cause the dryer drum to rotate improperly or prevent it from rotating at all. One common sign of a bad drum bearing is a loud banging sound while the dryer is running. Replace the defective bearing with a new part to keep your Kenmore dryer running smoothly.

Things You'll Need

  • Putty knife
  • Phillips screwdriver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Turn off the dryer. Unplug the power cord.

    • 2

      Insert the putty knife blade under the top panel in the front of the Kenmore dryer. Lift the putty knife up on the left and right front corners to disengage the internal spring clips.

    • 3

      Lift the top panel up and pivot it backward to rest on the wall behind the Kenmore dryer.

    • 4

      Remove the screws holding the front panel to the dryer cabinet. Lift the front panel up and set aside.

    • 5

      Move the idler arm to the right to loosen the belt. Slide the belt off of the pulleys and drum.

    • 6

      Lift the drum out of the dryer cabinet.

    • 7

      Remove the screws holding the bearing assembly to the back wall of the cabinet. Remove the bearing assembly from the dryer.

    • 8

      Insert the new bearing assembly into the cabinet. Install the screws that hold it in place. Reverse the previous steps to reassemble the Kenmore dryer.

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