Category: Refrigerator

Error Code: E13 Difficulty: Hard

Problem: Refrigerator Fresh Food Fan Error.

How to Fix E13 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet for safety and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Open the freezer door and locate the ice dispenser assembly.
3. Carefully remove the front cover of the dispenser, which may be held by clips or screws.
4. Identify the dispenser solenoid and the ice door module. Disconnect the wire harnesses attached to them.
5. Remove the screws or mounting clips holding the old solenoid and module in place and take them out.
6. Install the new ice dispenser solenoid and door kit, and the new ice dispenser module, securing them with the original screws or clips.
7. Reconnect the wire harnesses, replace the dispenser front cover, and plug the refrigerator back in to test the dispenser.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E14 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Temperature Sensor Error.

How to Fix E14 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Unplug the refrigerator from the power source and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Empty the fresh food compartment of all shelves and food items to get clear access.
3. Locate the temperature sensor (thermistor). It is usually found along the back or side wall, often behind a small plastic cover.
4. Remove the cover, which may require a screwdriver or simply unsnapping it.
5. Disconnect the wire harness from the old sensor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
6. Remove the old sensor from its mounting clip and install the new one.
7. Reconnect the wire harness, replace the cover, reinstall the shelves, and plug the refrigerator back in.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E23 Difficulty: Easy

Problem: Refrigerator Water Filter Error.

How to Fix E23 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Locate the water filter. It is typically in the upper right-hand corner of the fresh food compartment or in the base grille at the bottom.
2. If the filter has a push-button release, press it to eject the old filter. If it’s a twist-in model, turn it counter-clockwise about a quarter turn to release it.
3. Pull the old filter straight out. A small amount of water may drip out.
4. Remove the protective cap from the new filter and align it with the filter housing.
5. Push the new filter in firmly until it clicks into place, or twist it clockwise until it locks.
6. Run about two gallons of water through the dispenser to flush the new filter and clear any air from the lines.
7. Press and hold the ‘Filter Reset’ button on the control panel for three seconds to reset the indicator light.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E3 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Condenser Fan Error.

How to Fix E3 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Disconnect the refrigerator from the wall outlet and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Carefully pull the refrigerator away from the wall to access the rear panel.
3. Using a screwdriver or nut driver, remove the screws holding the lower rear access panel in place.
4. Locate the condenser fan motor, which is near the compressor at the bottom of the refrigerator.
5. Unplug the wire harness connected to the fan motor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
6. Remove the screws that mount the fan motor and its bracket to the refrigerator frame. You may also need to slide a fan blade off the motor shaft.
7. Install the new condenser fan motor, reattach the fan blade, secure it with the mounting screws, reconnect the wiring, and replace the rear access panel.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E4 Difficulty: Hard

Problem: Refrigerator Compressor Error.

How to Fix E4 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Unplug the refrigerator from its power source to ensure safety.
2. Pull the unit away from the wall and remove the lower rear access panel.
3. Locate the compressor, which is the large, black, dome-shaped component.
4. On the side of the compressor, find the start relay and overload protector, which are housed in a plastic cover. Remove the cover.
5. Carefully pull the start relay straight off the terminals on the compressor.
6. Plug the new start relay firmly onto the compressor terminals.
7. Replace the plastic cover, screw the rear access panel back on, and plug the refrigerator in to see if the compressor starts.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E41 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Ice Maker Sensor Communication Error.

How to Fix E41 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Turn off the power to the refrigerator at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it.
2. Open the freezer door and remove the ice bucket to gain access to the ice maker.
3. Locate the screws or locking tabs that hold the ice maker assembly in place. They are usually at the top or side of the assembly.
4. Remove the screws or release the tabs. The ice maker may also have a support bracket at the bottom.
5. Gently pull the ice maker forward and locate the main wire harness connection.
6. Disconnect the wire harness by pressing the release tab and pulling it apart.
7. Connect the new ice maker assembly to the wire harness, mount it in place with the screws or tabs, and reinstall the ice bucket.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E43 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Freezer Fan Communication Error.

How to Fix E43 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Empty the freezer compartment of all food and shelves and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
3. Remove the screws holding the interior back panel of the freezer. This panel covers the evaporator coils and fan.
4. Carefully detach the panel. You may need to disconnect a wire for the ice maker first.
5. Locate the freezer fan motor behind the panel. Unplug its wire connector.
6. Remove the screws mounting the fan motor to the freezer wall or bracket. You may need to remove the fan blade first.
7. Install the new fan motor, reattach the blade, reconnect the wiring, and screw the back panel into place before restoring power.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E44 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Fresh Food Fan Communication Error.

How to Fix E44 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Disconnect the refrigerator from its power source and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Remove all shelves, drawers, and food from the fresh food compartment.
3. Locate and remove the screws holding the panel at the back of the compartment. This panel covers the evaporator fan.
4. Gently pull the panel away and disconnect any attached wiring to set it aside.
5. Identify the fresh food evaporator fan motor. Unplug its wire harness.
6. Remove the mounting screws holding the fan motor in place and take it out. You may need to transfer the fan blade to the new motor.
7. Install the new motor, reconnect the wiring, and reassemble the compartment panels and shelves before plugging the unit back in.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E5 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Refrigerator Thermistor Error.

How to Fix E5 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet for safety and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Locate the thermistor. It’s usually inside the fresh food section, near the top, behind a small plastic cover.
3. Remove any screws holding the cover in place and gently pry it off.
4. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the old thermistor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
5. Remove the old thermistor from its mounting clip and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
6. Snap the new thermistor into the clip, reconnect the wire harness, and secure the cover.
7. Plug the refrigerator back in. The error should clear after a few minutes.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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Error Code: E51 Difficulty: Hard

Problem: Refrigerator Adaptive Defrost Communication Error.

How to Fix E51 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Completely disconnect the refrigerator from its power source and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Locate the main control board on the back of the unit, typically behind a metal or cardboard access panel.
3. Remove the screws securing the panel and set it aside.
4. Take a clear picture of the wire connections with your phone before disconnecting anything.
5. Carefully unplug all wire harnesses from the old board. Most have a small locking tab you need to press to release them.
6. Remove the old control board, which is usually held by a few mounting screws or plastic tabs.
7. Install the new board, secure it, and use your photo to reconnect all wire harnesses to the correct terminals.
8. Reinstall the access panel, plug the refrigerator in, and allow a few minutes for the system to initialize.

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