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Electrolux Dishwasher error code

Electrolux Dishwasher Error IC0-EC0

Communication failure between the user interface and the main control board.

Communication failure between the user interface and the main control board.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
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Electrolux dishwasher repair guide for error IC0-EC0
Error codeIC0-EC0Dishwasher

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

  1. 1
    Turn off the power to the dishwasher at

    Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker for 5-10 minutes to reset the electronics.

  2. 2
    If the error returns, you’ll need to inspect

    If the error returns, you’ll need to inspect the wiring between the user interface and the main control board.

  3. 3
    To do this, you will likely need to

    To do this, you will likely need to remove the dishwasher’s door panel.

A quick explanation

What does IC0-EC0 mean?

Communication failure between the user interface and the main control board.

The answer you came for

How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error IC0-EC0

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

  1. 1

    Turn off the power to the dishwasher at

    Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker for 5-10 minutes to reset the electronics.

  2. 2

    If the error returns, you’ll need to inspect

    If the error returns, you’ll need to inspect the wiring between the user interface and the main control board.

  3. 3

    To do this, you will likely need to

    To do this, you will likely need to remove the dishwasher’s door panel.

  4. 4

    Look for any pinched, frayed, or disconnected wires

    Look for any pinched, frayed, or disconnected wires in the harness that connects the user interface in the door to the main control board at the bottom of the unit.

  5. 5

    Disconnect and reconnect the wire connectors at both

    Disconnect and reconnect the wire connectors at both the user interface and the main control board to ensure a secure connection.

  6. 6

    If the wiring appears to be intact, the

    If the wiring appears to be intact, the user interface control board may be faulty and require replacement.

  7. 7

    Replace the user interface board, reassemble the door,

    Replace the user interface board, reassemble the door, and restore power to test.

  8. 8

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

  9. 9

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  10. 10

    Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category

    Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: fill or low-water symptoms after supply and float checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve

  11. 11

    Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category

    Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category: Electronic control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: repeating control faults after latch, wiring, and power checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher control board

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix IC0, EC0 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker for 5-10 minutes to reset the electronics. If the error returns, you’ll need to inspect the wiring between the user interface and the main control board. To do this, you will likely need to remove the dishwasher’s door panel. Look for any pinched, frayed, or disconnected wires in the harness that connects the user interface in the door to the main control board at the bottom of the unit. Disconnect and reconnect the wire connectors at both the user interface and the main control board to ensure a secure connection. If the wiring appears to be intact, the user interface control board may be faulty and require replacement. Replace the user interface board, reassemble the door, and restore power to test. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Verified Compatible Alternatives: 807128502 Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Electrolux dishwasher part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: standing-water, drain, and incomplete-cycle symptoms after filter and hose checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher drain pump Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: fill or low-water symptoms after supply and float checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher water inlet valve Electrolux dishwasher control board Common replacement category: Electronic control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: repeating control faults after latch, wiring, and power checks. Search Amazon for Electrolux dishwasher control board Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number on the appliance tag. Repair-Or-Replace Cost Calculator Use this calculator when the Electrolux dishwasher still fails after the basic checks. Compare the estimated repair cost, appliance age, and replacement price before ordering parts. 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

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.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Electrolux Dishwasher error IC0-EC0 points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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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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