The Rear Dryer Drum Felt Seal with Adhesive is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. It forms a protective barrier along the rear opening of the dryer drum, preventing air leaks and absorbing sound-dampening vibrations. Crafted from durable felt material reinforced with adhesive backing, the seal withstands constant tumbling during cycles. Causes of a bad rear drum felt seal can include degradation of adhesives from heat cycling or poor drum surface bonding from bending stresses over time. Symptoms of a bad rear dryer drum felt seal include:   Reduced drying effectiveness and longer cycle times from air leaks Excessive noise emanating from around the rear drum seal area   Flapping or loose seals allow air pathways to form Deterioration of the felt allowing lint and dust collection behind This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.This part fixes the following symptomsMarks left on clothesPart Number 239087 (AP3093452) replaces 239087VP, 3290, 337449, 337499, 4319323, 8066085, AH333333, DE737, EA333333, K34-916, PS333333.