How to Fix Maytag Dryer Error F71

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Error Code: F71 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: No Communication (ECB ↔ UICB)

How to Fix F71 Error

Disconnect the dryer from power.
This is a critical communication failure between the main control board (ECB) and the user interface (UICB).
Access the control boards by removing the top panel.
Carefully inspect and reseat the wire harness connecting the two boards.
If the connection is secure and the error persists, the main control board has failed and must be replaced.

OEM Part #: WPW10174745 (Main Control Board)

Estimated Market Price: N/A

If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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