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Whirlpool Washing Machine Error Codes

17 error codes with causes and step-by-step fixes

Code	Meaning	Severity	DIY	Est. Cost
F8E1	Low water fill detected — water inlet problem	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$70
F9E1	Drain failure — cycle paused, water not draining	⚠ High Severity	moderate	$0–$90
F5E2	Door lock failure — latch cannot engage	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$25–$100
F1E1	Main control board failure	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$300
SUD	Excessive suds detected — too much detergent	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$10
F0E2	Dispenser cannot dispense detergent or additive	⚠ Medium Severity	easy	$0–$80
F7E1	Motor speed error — motor not reaching target RPM	⚠ High Severity	hard	$0–$250
F0E1	Inlet water supply problem — excessive water or suds overflow	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$70
F2E1	Keypad disconnected or key panel failure	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$60–$160
F3E1	Pressure sensor failure — water level sensing fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$20–$55
F6E1	Communication failure between main control board and motor control board	⚠ Medium Severity	hard	$100–$300
F3E2	Pressure switch failure — open circuit	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$20–$55
F8E3	Flow meter error — water volume sensor fault	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$30–$70
LOC	Control lock active — all buttons disabled	✓ Low Severity	easy	$0–$0
F5E1	Door switch failure — lid/door switch not actuating	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$10–$100
F5E3	Door lock not engaging — lock timeout	⚠ Medium Severity	moderate	$40–$100
F1E2	Motor control board failure	⚠ High Severity	hard	$100–$280

⚠️ Serious Errors — Act Quickly