Frigidaire Refrigerator Error Code SY dS: Meaning and Fix

SY dS
How SY dS appears on a Frigidaire refrigerator display.
Frigidaire refrigerator SY dS: example defrost thermostat / sensor (part 297216600), representative part photo for this code
AppliancePartsPros.com product photo, part 297216600

Reading the refrigerator display

On a refrigerator the code shows on the control panel or dispenser display. Some models flash a letter or alternate two characters; hold the code in view and note both. Frigidaire models show E, F or i codes depending on the appliance.

Frigidaire is an Electrolux brand and shares platforms with the Electrolux line. Washers and dryers use E codes, ranges use F codes, dishwashers use i codes, and refrigerators show SY codes. The codes apply to model numbers such as FGID2466QF, FFBD2412SW and FFRE4120SW; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes SY dS

How to fix it

  1. Locate the sensor on the evaporator.
  2. Check its connector.
  3. Measure resistance and compare to spec.
  4. Replace the sensor.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Defrost thermostat / sensor297216600Find part

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Questions

What does the SY dS code mean on a Frigidaire refrigerator?

The defrost sensor is open or shorted.

Can I fix the SY dS code myself?

Often yes. The most likely repair is the defrost thermostat / sensor, a part most owners can swap with basic hand tools after unplugging the appliance, and it is usually quicker than a service visit.

How do I clear the SY dS code?

Unplug the refrigerator for five minutes (or switch off its breaker), then plug it in and watch the display. If SY dS comes back, the underlying fault is still there; start with this: sensor wiring damage.

Other Frigidaire refrigerator codes

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including FFSS2615TS, FFHT1832TS, LFHB2751TF.