Error Code: C5 Difficulty: Hard
Problem: Excessive heating in the motor (thermal fuse).
How to Fix C5 Error (Step-by-Step)
- UNPLUG THE WASHER. Disconnect the appliance from the wall outlet to prevent electrical shock. Turn off both hot and cold water supply valves.
- ACCESS THE REAR PANEL. Pull the washer away from the wall to give yourself room to work. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the rear access panel in place and set the panel aside.
- LOCATE THE MOTOR CONTROL BOARD. The motor control board is typically a small circuit board with multiple wire connections, located near the main drive motor at the bottom of the washer.
- PHOTOGRAPH AND DISCONNECT. Before disconnecting anything, take a clear photo of the wire harnesses and their connections to the board. This will be your guide for installation. Carefully unplug each wire connector from the old board. Remove the screws that mount the board to the washer frame.
- INSTALL THE NEW BOARD. Mount the new motor control board onto the frame using the screws you just removed. Refer to your photo to carefully and securely plug each wire harness into its correct port on the new board.
- REASSEMBLE AND TEST. Reattach the rear access panel with its screws. Turn the water supply valves back on and plug the washer into the electrical outlet. Run a short wash cycle to confirm that the error is cleared and the motor is functioning correctly.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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