How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error F6

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⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.

Error Code: Refrigerator Difficulty: Hard

Problem: User interface board communication fault – display board not responding to main control commands

⚖️ Repair Decision

⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE

$100 – $250 Range

How to Fix Refrigerator Error

Unplug refrigerator.
Remove display panel bezel (typically snaps off with flat blade screwdriver).
Disconnect UI board harness from main board.
Inspect connectors for corrosion/bent pins – clean with contact cleaner.
Test UI board power input: should read 12-14VDC at J1 connector with unit powered.
Press buttons while monitoring voltage fluctuations at communication pins – no change indicates dead UI board.
Replace user interface board WPW10366217 if unresponsive.
If new UI board fails to initialize, suspect main control board W10868991 communication circuit failure – replace main board and reprogram.

OEM Part #: WPW10366217

Estimated Market Price: $125-265

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

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Estimated repair cost (parts, or parts + labor) Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.

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