Electrolux Dishwasher error code
Electrolux Dishwasher Error C6
Electrolux dishwasher C6 boiler temperature sensor fault
Boiler temperature sensor out of order.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Reset power first
Unplug the dishwasher or switch its breaker off for 30 seconds, then retry a short cycle. Sensor-circuit faults sometimes clear after a cold restart.
- 2Note when C6 appears
Record whether C6 shows at the heating stage (mid-cycle) or immediately. Heating-stage timing supports the boiler-sensor reading.
- 3Check the door area for moisture
Look for steam damage or dampness near the door/panel with power off. Moisture near electronics is a common sensor-circuit troublemaker.
A quick explanation
What does C6 mean?
A loose connector, damaged wiring, or the sensor itself can cause C6. Reset and connection checks come first; the sensor is a model-verified candidate.
The answer you came for
How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error C6
Reset, retry, and rule out moisture. If C6 persists, sensor testing and replacement are internal work — verify any part against the exact model before ordering.
- 1
Cold restart
Disconnect power for 30 seconds and retry. If C6 was a one-off state, the cycle completes with normal heating.
What you should see: Transient sensor-circuit states clear. - 2
Retry and watch the heating stage
Run a short cycle and note whether C6 returns at the same stage. A reproducible mid-cycle stop points at the sensor circuit rather than the electronics.
What you should see: The fault is characterized for diagnosis. - 3
Leave internal sensor work to diagnosis
The boiler sensor sits inside the tub base area — testing it means panels and a meter. Book service if you are not equipped; quote C6 and the stage timing.
What you should see: The sensor or its wiring is tested properly. - 4
Model-verify the sensor before purchase
Boiler sensors differ by model. Match the confirmed part to the full model number (rating plate) before ordering — the candidate below is not a confirmed fit.
What you should see: No unverified sensor is purchased.
What may be causing it?
- Loose connection at the boiler temperature sensor
- Damaged wiring to the sensor
- Faulty boiler temperature sensor
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Possible part if diagnosis confirms failure
Boiler temperature sensor
OEM candidate: 154248901
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error C6 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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- Researched against manufacturer documentation and service literature where available.
- Safety-first structure: every guide starts with the safest first action and states when to stop and call a professional.
- Part compatibility is treated cautiously: fitment must be confirmed against the exact model number before purchase.