How to Install Rubber Leveling Leg Foot Pad WPY314137 in a Whirlpool Dryer

Quick answer: Unplug the dryer, tip it with a helper so the corner lifts, pull the worn or missing rubber pad off the bottom of the leveling leg, press WPY314137 fully onto the leg end until it seats, lower the dryer and check that it sits level without rocking.

The rubber leveling leg foot pad WPY314137 is the cushion that fits over the bottom of each leveling leg on Whirlpool and Maytag dryers such as the MDE7657BYQ, LDE8506ACM, MDE5000AYW, MDG6000BWQ and LDG9900BBL. It keeps the steel leg from scratching or gouging the floor, gives the dryer grip so it does not walk during the cycle and quiets the vibration that would otherwise pass straight into the floor. It replaces the earlier part number WPY055980. A pad that has split, hardened, or fallen off leaves a bare metal leg that skids and marks the floor.

This is one of the easiest dryer repairs, but it still means lifting the weight off the corner in question. Have a helper tip the machine while you swap the pad, and use the moment to check the leg itself for bends or stripped threads. This guide covers the swap, how to make sure the pad is fully seated and how to relevel the dryer once it is back on the floor.

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⚠️ Safety First
  • Unplug the dryer or turn off its breaker before tipping it. Close the gas valve on a gas model and keep the flex connector slack.
  • Tip the dryer with a helper and block it; do not work under a dryer held only by hand.
  • Wear gloves; the base edge of the cabinet is sharp.
  • Keep the vent duct from being crushed or pulled off while the dryer is tilted.

Tools and Parts You Need

  • Wood block to prop the tipped dryer
  • Slip-joint pliers
  • Adjustable wrench for the leveling leg
  • Carpenter level
  • Work gloves
  • Rag and mild soap for cleaning the leg end

Step-by-Step Installation

  1. Disconnect and move the dryer Unplug the dryer or trip its breaker and close the gas valve if fitted. Pull the machine forward enough that it can be tilted without stressing the vent or gas line.
  2. Tip the corner up With a helper, tilt the dryer so the leg with the worn pad lifts off the floor, then block the cabinet edge with a wood block so the weight is supported.
  3. Remove the old pad Pull the remains of the old pad off the end of the leg. If it has hardened in place, work it loose with pliers and clean any rubber left on the leg.
  4. Inspect the leg Check that the leg is straight and its threads are not stripped. A bent leg will not hold the pad square and should be replaced first.
  5. Fit WPY314137 Push the new pad squarely onto the end of the leg. It should slide over the leg tip and seat fully with the flat face down toward the floor and no gap at the shoulder.
  6. Lower and check contact Remove the block and set the dryer down. Confirm the pad sits flat on the floor and the leg is not resting on its metal edge.
  7. Relevel the dryer Place a level on the top and adjust the legs until the dryer reads level and does not rock at any corner. Push the dryer back into position.
  8. Reconnect and test Restore power and gas and run a short cycle. The dryer should stay put and the vibration through the floor should be noticeably lower.

Fit Checks Before You Call the Job Done

  • The pad is seated fully on the leg end with no gap at the shoulder.
  • The flat face of the pad contacts the floor evenly.
  • The dryer does not rock when pressed at the corners.
  • The dryer is level front to back and side to side.
  • No walking or added vibration during a test cycle.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Pressing the pad on crooked A pad seated at an angle contacts the floor on one edge and wears through quickly. Push it on square until it seats.

Fitting a pad to a bent leg The pad cannot correct a bent leg. Replace the leg if it is not straight.

Ignoring the other three pads If one pad has worn out the rest are usually close behind. Inspect all four while the dryer is tipped.

Skipping the level check A new pad changes the height of that corner slightly. Relevel or the dryer will rock and rumble.

Troubleshooting After Installation

Pad keeps falling off The leg end is coated with old rubber or grease. Clean it thoroughly and press the pad fully home.

Dryer still walks on the floor The dryer is not level so only two pads grip. Adjust the legs until all four pads bear weight.

Rocking after the new pad The corner is now slightly higher. Turn that leg in a quarter turn at a time until the rock stops.

Vibration continues The pads are fine; check the drum rollers, blower wheel and belt for wear.

Care Tips After the Repair

  • Inspect the pads whenever you pull the dryer out to clean the vent.
  • Lift rather than drag the dryer so the pads are not torn off the legs.
  • Keep the floor under the dryer clean and dry so the rubber does not harden or slip.

Compatible Models (Sample)

This part is listed for 67 Whirlpool models in our fitment data. Always confirm your exact model number on the appliance's rating plate.

Replaces or is replaced by: WPY055980

Repair Difficulty and Time

Difficulty: Easy. Typical time: 10 to 20 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which dryers use foot pad WPY314137?

It fits Whirlpool and Maytag dryers such as MDE7657BYQ, LDE8506ACM, MDE5000AYW, MDG6000BWQ and LDG9900BBL, and replaces the earlier WPY055980. Check your model tag inside the door.

Does one order include all four pads?

WPY314137 is sold as a single pad, so order one for each leg you plan to replace.

Can I glue the pad on?

It is designed to press on and stay by friction. If it will not stay, the leg end is dirty or the leg is the wrong part.

Do I have to replace the leg too?

Only if the leg is bent or its threads are damaged. A sound leg just needs the new pad.

Final Checklist

  • Power off and gas valve closed if applicable
  • Dryer tipped with a helper and blocked
  • Old pad removed and leg end cleaned
  • Leg checked for bends and stripped threads
  • New pad pressed on square and fully seated
  • Dryer releveled with no rock and test cycle run

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