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Maytag Washer error code

Maytag Washer Error F02

Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.

Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
✅ WORTH FIXINGParts under $100
Maytag washer repair guide for error F02
Error codeF02Washer

Try these first

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

  1. 1
    Unplug the washer and turn off water supply

    Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.

  2. 2
    Remove the lower front access panel by unscrewing

    Remove the lower front access panel by unscrewing the 3 screws at the bottom.

  3. 3
    Place towels underneath to catch any residual water

    Place towels underneath to catch any residual water.

A quick explanation

What does F02 mean?

Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag washer error F02

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

  1. 1

    Unplug the washer and turn off water supply

    Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.

  2. 2

    Remove the lower front access panel by unscrewing

    Remove the lower front access panel by unscrewing the 3 screws at the bottom.

  3. 3

    Place towels underneath to catch any residual water

    Place towels underneath to catch any residual water.

  4. 4

    Locate the drain pump and disconnect the electrical

    Locate the drain pump and disconnect the electrical connector.

  5. 5

    Loosen the hose clamps on the drain hoses

    Loosen the hose clamps on the drain hoses and remove them from the pump.

  6. 6

    Remove the 3 mounting bolts securing the drain

    Remove the 3 mounting bolts securing the drain pump to the washer.

  7. 7

    Inspect the old pump for debris, coins, or

    Inspect the old pump for debris, coins, or lint blocking the impeller.

  8. 8

    Clean the pump housing thoroughly and check if

    Clean the pump housing thoroughly and check if the impeller spins freely by hand.

  9. 9

    If the impeller is damaged or doesn’t spin,

    If the impeller is damaged or doesn’t spin, install the new pump.

  10. 10

    Reconnect hoses with new clamps if needed, secure

    Reconnect hoses with new clamps if needed, secure electrical connector, and test the drain function.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix Washer Error Unplug the washer and turn off water supply valves.Remove the lower front access panel by unscrewing the 3 screws at the bottom.Place towels underneath to catch any residual water.Locate the drain pump and disconnect the electrical connector.Loosen the hose clamps on the drain hoses and remove them from the pump.Remove the 3 mounting bolts securing the drain pump to the washer.Inspect the old pump for debris, coins, or lint blocking the impeller.Clean the pump housing thoroughly and check if the impeller spins freely by hand.If the impeller is damaged or doesn’t spin, install the new pump.Reconnect hoses with new clamps if needed, secure electrical connector, and test the drain function. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page.

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

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: WPW10730972

Price noted in the current guide: $40-$100

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Maytag Washer error F02 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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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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