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Complete reference guide with 50+ error codes for Maytag appliances. Find your error code below, understand the cause, and learn if it's a DIY fix or needs professional repair.
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| Code | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| F5 E2 | Door lock fault Causes: Door latch mechanism failure, Door lock motor burned out, Wiring harness damage, Foreign object in latch | medium |
| F5 E3 | Door unlock fault Causes: Door lock motor failure, Lock mechanism jammed, Control board signal fault | medium |
| F7 E1 | Motor speed sensing fault Causes: Drive motor failure, Motor rotor position sensor (RPS) fault, Motor control board failure, Wiring fault to motor | high |
| F8 E1 | Water supply error - not filling Causes: Water supply valves closed, Inlet hose kinked, Inlet screen clogged, Low household water pressure, Water inlet valve failure | medium |
| F8 E2 | Dispenser motor fault Causes: Detergent buildup in dispenser mechanism, Dispenser motor failure, Dispenser actuator jammed | low |
| F9 E1 | Drain time exceeded Causes: Clogged drain pump filter, Kinked drain hose, Drain pump impeller obstruction, Standpipe too high | medium |
| F0 E2 | Excess suds detected Causes: Too much detergent, Non-HE detergent in HE washer, Detergent dispenser clogged causing dump | low |
| F0 E5 | Unbalanced load Causes: Single heavy item, Uneven load distribution, Washer not level, Suspension wear | low |
| F3 E1 | Pressure switch/sensor fault Causes: Pressure switch failure, Pressure hose disconnected or clogged, Air trap blocked with debris | high |
| F2 E1 | Stuck key on UI board Causes: Button physically stuck, UI board moisture damage, Membrane switch wear | low |
| F1 E2 | Motor control unit error Causes: Motor control board failure, Power surge damage, Overheating from restricted ventilation | high |
| F6 E2 | Communication fault between UI and control Causes: Ribbon cable loose between boards, UI board failure, Main control board failure, Wiring harness damage | high |