Why won't Mattel Jack-In-The-Box pop up or play the melody?

Why won't Mattel Jack-In-The-Box pop up or play the melody? I have a Mattel Jack-In-The-Music Box that when the handle is spun there is no sound and he doesn't pop up.... I am really interested in fixing this! I Googled "repairs for Jack in the Boxes" and that gave me little help. This does happen to be really random, but I need help! Any advice?!
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bert [Entry]

"Info on this toy is slight. At about 7:40 on this video it shows a rubber belt. In my mind this would probably harden and crumble over age, but the video may give you some clues.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbbDUEMR..."

bert [Entry]

Do you feel any resistance as you turn the handle or does it seem to turn freely? If you aren't feeling resistance then the gears are most likely not touching.