Parts for ALE331RAC — Whirlpool Dryer
We found 13 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Dryer ALE331RAC.
Same parts list as ALE230RAW (Whirlpool Dryer). ALE331RAC shares an identical confirmed parts list with ALE230RAW (Whirlpool Dryer). That page is the canonical version of this parts list — use it if you want the primary reference, or stay here since the list below is exactly the same for ALE331RAC.
Compatibility table
| Part # | Part | Also fits | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WP503979 | Cycling Thermostat | 30 models | $79.80 |
| WPY503978 | Heating Element | 30 models | $56.33 |
| WP37001142 | Lint Filter | 59 models | $40.48–$77.75 |
| WP37001036 | Cylinder Glide Bracket | 76 models | $20.69–$51.61 |
| 40099801 | Motor | 95 models | — |
| 503978 | Heat Element | 104 models | — |
| 2200376 | Dryer Drive Motor | 110 models | — |
| 62641 | Thermostat | 173 models | — |
| 40113801 | Dryer Thermal Fuse, 352-degree F | 179 models | — |
| 40111201 | Dryer Drum Belt | 215 models | — |
| 56000 | Blower Wheel | 543 models | $68.86 |
| 54414 | Idler Wheel | 700 models | — |
| 23748 | Retainer Ring | 744 models | — |
Prices shown are an informational reference range only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly. Each part links to an Amazon search so you can compare current listings yourself.
Common failure areas on this model
The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.
Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)
Symptom: The dryer runs but produces no heat, or it shuts off partway through the cycle.
Check: With the dryer unplugged, check continuity across the part with a multimeter -- no continuity means it has failed. Clear the lint vent first, since a blocked vent is what usually trips a thermal fuse in the first place.
Parts in this group on ALE331RAC: WP503979 (Cycling Thermostat), WPY503978 (Heating Element), 62641 (Thermostat), 40113801 (Dryer Thermal Fuse, 352-degree F).
Venting and airflow
Symptom: A dryer that needs multiple cycles to dry, runs unusually hot, or repeatedly trips its heat-limit switch.
Check: Clear the lint screen and the full vent run to the outside wall -- a restricted vent is the single most common cause of long dry times and repeat thermal-fuse failures.
Parts in this group on ALE331RAC: WP37001142 (Lint Filter), 56000 (Blower Wheel).
Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware
Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.
Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.
Parts in this group on ALE331RAC: WP37001036 (Cylinder Glide Bracket).
General hardware and mounting parts
Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.
Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.
Parts in this group on ALE331RAC: 40099801 (Motor), 503978 (Heat Element), 23748 (Retainer Ring).
Drive system (belts, pulleys, motors)
Symptom: A drum or tub that won't turn, a burning-rubber smell, or a loud thump or squeal during a cycle.
Check: With power off, turn the drum or tub by hand -- resistance or grinding points to the motor or a bearing, and a cracked, glazed, or snapped belt is visible once the cabinet is open.
Parts in this group on ALE331RAC: 2200376 (Dryer Drive Motor), 40111201 (Dryer Drum Belt), 54414 (Idler Wheel).
Before you buy
Match ALE331RAC exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.
How to confirm this is your model
On most dryers, the model and serial plate sits inside the door opening or behind the lint trap. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.
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