Maytag Dishwasher Error Code F3E2- Dishwasher: Meaning and Fix
Also shown as: F3E2Dishwasher, F3E2--Dishwasher
Reading the dishwasher display
A dishwasher reports its fault in the display window, or by blinking a cycle light a set number of times with a pause between groups. Count the blinks and pauses before opening the door. Maytag shares the Whirlpool pairing: read the first group, then the sub-code that follows it.
Maytag appliances are built by Whirlpool Corporation on shared platforms, which is why Maytag codes often match Whirlpool ones. Maytag washers, dryers and ranges commonly show F-codes with an E sub-code, or flashing keypad lights. The codes apply to model numbers such as MDB7600AWB, MDB7600AWW and PYE2300AYW; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.
What causes F3E2- Dishwasher
- The thermistor (or its connector and wiring) has failed or come loose
- Thermal fuse or high-limit device has tripped
- Sensor harness is loose, pinched or corroded at the connector
- Airflow restriction made the appliance run hotter than it should
- Sensor has drifted, opened or shorted out
- Control board is misreading the sensor signal
How to fix it
- Cycle the power: switch off the dishwasher breaker for about a minute (or unplug it if you can reach the cord), restore power and run a short cycle.
- Power the unit down and let it cool, then clear any vent, filter or airflow restriction before re-testing.
- Locate the sensor named in the code and check that it is seated, undamaged and connected.
- With the connector unplugged, measure the sensor resistance with a multimeter and compare it to the chart for the model; an open or shorted reading means the sensor is bad.
- Replace the sensor (or thermal fuse) if it fails the test, then run a short cycle to confirm the code stays away.
- Run a full short cycle or function again and confirm the code stays gone before putting the appliance back into normal use.
Parts you may need
| Part | Part no. | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Fuse | W10258275 | Find part |
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Questions
What does F3E2- Dishwasher mean on a Maytag dishwasher?
It is a fault code from the Maytag control. It indicates a problem with a temperature sensor, specifically the thermistor. A power reset is the first thing to try.
Can I keep using the dishwasher while it shows F3E2- Dishwasher?
You can try it after a power reset. If the code returns, the affected function may not run properly, so it is worth fixing soon before it causes a bigger failure.
Do I need a technician to clear F3E2- Dishwasher?
Many owners can fix it themselves. Start with the reset and the inspection steps, and only call a technician if the part tests bad and you do not want to replace it.
Other Maytag dishwasher 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 MDB7600AWB, MDB7600AWW, MDB9100AWW, MDB8600AWW, MDB7100AWW, MDB7100AWB, MDB6000AWW, MDB9100AWB.