Maytag Dryer Parts

Common Maytag Dryer Issues and DIY Fixes

Maytag dryers are reliable, so it might seem overwhelming if problems arise. But there is no need to worry, troubleshooting and fixing these common issues is simple. Dryers have a lot of moving parts, so it is not odd for parts to wear out and need replacement after years of dedicated service. We walk you through the parts you will need to check to solve these problems.

Noisy Maytag Dryer – Identifying the sound your Maytag dryer is making is the first step towards fixing the issue. The sound it is making will give you the information you need to find the root cause. For instance, if you hear squeaking there is a good chance this is coming from a rotating part like the idler pulley, drum bearings, or roller. If you hear grinding it could be that the drum glide or seal has been worn down from the friction, and now the drum is making contact with the frame of the appliance. The most common dryer noises are squeaking, thumping or banging, and grinding. Some of the most common parts that cause noisy Maytag dryers are the drive belt and pulley, the drum rollers and bearing, and the blower wheel.

Maytag Dryer Will Not Start – A Maytag dryer not starting and not turning on are two different issues, both of which we can help with. If it is not turning on at all, that indicates there is an electronics issue or a power failure. A power failure is most likely, so start by inspecting the power cord, outlet, breaker, and fuses that are linked to the dryer. If your Maytag dryer turns on but a cycle will not start, it may be an issue with the door switch, which is a safety feature. Your dryer will not run if it thinks the door is open, so you should be looking to see if the part is broken, faulty, or obstructed. If you have ruled out the door switch you will then want to test and inspect the thermal fuse, start switch, timer, and thermostats.

Maytag Dryer Not Heating Properly – There are few issues as frustrating as heating issues, especially if you are running cycle after cycle trying to get your clothes to dry. But if your Maytag dryer is not heating properly or at all it could just be a sign you need to check the airflow and clean out your vents. Keeping the exhaust vents clear will solve this problem, and it will help reduce the risk of any hazards as well. Vent cleaning should be part of your routine dryer maintenance. If you have ruled out airflow issues you should then move on to inspecting the heating element, thermal fuse, power cord, and thermostats.

Maytag Dryer Will Not Tumble – Before you start opening your appliance to inspect and test parts you should make sure you are loading your Maytag dryer properly. If you overload the appliance the drive motor will not have enough power to rotate the drum. If you routinely do this it could cause bigger issues as you overwork the motor. If you have ruled this out the part most likely to be causing this is the drive belt. Stick your hand into the drum and rotate it, if it rotates too freely that is a sign you have an issue with the drive belt. It might be broken or stretched. If it is not the belt, we recommend you test the motor to see if that is faulty.