The Drive Belt is an OEM replacement part for GE dryers. It functions as the critical linkage connecting the dryer drum to the motor. Reliable belt operation is essential for tumbling clothes and continuous airflow through the dryer. Causes of a bad drive belt include wear from years of operation, damage from improper cleaning or maintenance, or fraying/cracking from excessively heavy loads. Symptoms of a bad drive belt include: The dryer drum failing to spin or turn sluggishly during cycles Vibration or loud clunking noises coming from inside the dryer The inability of the dryer to progress past the initial cycle stages This OEM GE part is also compatible with some Hotpoint, RCA, and select Kenmore dryer models.Part Number WE03X33648 (AP7195482) replaces WE12M30.