Electrolux Dishwasher error code
Electrolux Dishwasher Error I5B
Wash pump motor issue.
Wash pump motor issue.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Disconnect the dishwasher from its electrical power source
Disconnect the dishwasher from its electrical power source at the circuit breaker.
- 2Shut off the hot water supply line, typically
Shut off the hot water supply line, typically located under the sink.
- 3Carefully slide the dishwasher out from its cabinet
Carefully slide the dishwasher out from its cabinet and lay it on its back on a protective surface.
A quick explanation
What does I5B mean?
Wash pump motor issue.
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How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error I5B
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Disconnect the dishwasher from its electrical power source
Disconnect the dishwasher from its electrical power source at the circuit breaker.
- 2
Shut off the hot water supply line, typically
Shut off the hot water supply line, typically located under the sink.
- 3
Carefully slide the dishwasher out from its cabinet
Carefully slide the dishwasher out from its cabinet and lay it on its back on a protective surface.
- 4
Locate the wash pump and motor assembly on
Locate the wash pump and motor assembly on the bottom of the dishwasher tub.
- 5
Before replacing, check that the wiring to the
Before replacing, check that the wiring to the motor is secure and undamaged and that the connected hoses are not kinked.
- 6
If connections are good, the motor has likely
If connections are good, the motor has likely failed and the entire pump assembly (Part #154844301, #807473201, or #154853801) needs to be replaced.
- 7
Install the new pump, reattach hoses and wires,
Install the new pump, reattach hoses and wires, set the dishwasher upright, and reconnect all utilities to test.
- 8
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix I5B Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the dishwasher from its electrical power source at the circuit breaker.Shut off the hot water supply line, typically located under the sink.Carefully slide the dishwasher out from its cabinet and lay it on its back on a protective surface.Locate the wash pump and motor assembly on the bottom of the dishwasher tub.Before replacing, check that the wiring to the motor is secure and undamaged and that the connected hoses are not kinked.If connections are good, the motor has likely failed and the entire pump assembly (Part #154844301, #807473201, or #154853801) needs to be replaced.Install the new pump, reattach hoses and wires, set the dishwasher upright, and reconnect all utilities to test.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Electrolux Dishwasher Focused repair path: dishwasher fill, drain, wash, heat, latch, sensor, and control checks. Do not treat the fault as reset-only if it keeps returning; use the failed function to choose the next test. Disconnect power before opening panels, then confirm whether the Electrolux dishwasher repeats the same code after a clean reset. Match the symptom to the part of the cycle or function that fails: fill, drain, heat, cool, spin, latch, ignite, fan, sensor, or control response. Inspect simple causes first: airflow, water supply, drain path, door closure, filter, venting, wiring connectors, and visible damage. Use meter testing or service diagnostics before replacing electronic controls, because wiring, switches, sensors, and loads can mimic board failure. Use the complete Electrolux dishwasher model number from the appliance tag before ordering any model-specific part. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Electrolux model number from the appliance tag before ordering. Verified Compatible Alternatives:154844301154853801807473201
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: 154618701
Price noted in the current guide: $20-$260
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error I5B 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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