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Frigidaire Washer Error E56-2

High motor current.

High motor current.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Frigidaire washer repair guide for error E56-2
Error codeE56-2Washer

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Check for obstructions in the drive system.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    If clear, the issue could be the drive motor or the motor control board.

A quick explanation

What does E56-2 mean?

High motor current.

The answer you came for

How to fix Frigidaire washer error E56-2

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Disconnect the washer from its power source by unplugging the cord from the wall.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Access the bottom of the washer, which may require carefully tilting the machine back and propping it up securely.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Locate the drive motor and the motor control board. Visually inspect both for burn marks, melted connectors, or damaged wires.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Ensure the wire harness connecting the motor to the control board is securely plugged in at both ends.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. A professional would use a multimeter to test the motor windings for continuity. If the motor fails the test, it requires replacement.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. If the motor tests good, the failure is likely in the motor control board, which will need to be replaced.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. After replacing the faulty component (either the motor or the control board), reassemble the washer and test its operation.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E56 Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the washer from its power source by unplugging the cord from the wall.Access the bottom of the washer, which may require carefully tilting the machine back and propping it up securely.Locate the drive motor and the motor control board. Visually inspect both for burn marks, melted connectors, or damaged wires.Ensure the wire harness connecting the motor to the control board is securely plugged in at both ends.A professional would use a multimeter to test the motor windings for continuity. If the motor fails the test, it requires replacement.If the motor tests good, the failure is likely in the motor control board, which will need to be replaced.After replacing the faulty component (either the motor or the control board), reassemble the washer and test its operation.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Frigidaire Washer Focused repair path: washer fill, drain, spin, lock, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat this as a reset-only problem if the code keeps returning; use what the appliance does during the failed part of the cycle to choose the next check. Unplug the washer for one minute, then restart only to confirm whether the same code returns after a clean power cycle. Check load balance, detergent level, water supply valves, inlet screens, drain hose height, and the drain path before replacing electronic parts. Inspect the lid or door lock, strike, harness, and connector if the symptom involves start, lock, or spin behavior. Match the timing of the fault to the likely part path: inlet valve, pressure sensor, drain pump, motor, lock assembly, wiring, or control. Use the complete Frigidaire washer model number before ordering parts, because the same code can use different assemblies across platforms. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Frigidaire model number from the appliance tag before ordering. The same error wording can use different valves, sensors, pumps, motors, heaters, locks, switches, or control boards depending on the exact model. Verified Compatible Alternatives:134743500 (Motor Control Board) Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure. Ask a Technician Online - Get Answer in Minutes Find a Local Repair Pro Near You

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • High motor current detected
  • Obstructions in the drive system
  • Faulty drive motor
  • Faulty motor control board

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Drive Motor

OEM candidate: 134159500

Price noted in the current guide: $415-$520

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Frigidaire Washer error E56-2 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

Compatibility varies by model. Confirm that the Amazon listing includes your complete washer model number before ordering.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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