Maytag Oven Error Code F3-E1

What Does Error Code F3-E1 Mean on a Maytag Oven?

Oven temperature sensor short circuit.

The oven temperature sensor is reading near-zero resistance — a short circuit condition. The ERC board detects a falsely hot reading and shuts down heating to prevent runaway temperature.

What Causes Error Code F3-E1?

Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:

1. 1
   Sensor shorted internally 65% of cases
2. 2
   Wiring pinched against oven cavity wall causing short 25% of cases
3. 3
   ERC board sensor input shorted 10% of cases

How to Fix Maytag Oven Error Code F3-E1

1. 1

   Test the sensor

   Disconnect sensor. Room-temperature reading should be ~1,080 ohms. Near 0 ohms = shorted sensor.

   🔩 Multimeter
2. 2

   Inspect the sensor wiring

   Look for any points where the wiring passes through the oven wall — metal burrs or improper routing can pinch the wire and cause a chassis short.

3. 3

   Replace the sensor

   A shorted sensor cannot be repaired.

   🔩 Maytag oven temperature sensor ($20–$50)

How to Reset Error Code F3-E1

Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.

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