Electrolux Dishwasher error code
Electrolux Dishwasher Error I5C
Error code requiring model-specific diagnosis
Drain pump motor abnormal high current detected.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Turn off power to the dishwasher at the
Turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.
- 2Shut off the water supply, usually under the
Shut off the water supply, usually under the sink and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- 3Place towels under the dishwasher and pull it
Place towels under the dishwasher and pull it out from the cabinet to access the drain pump at the bottom.
A quick explanation
What does I5C mean?
Drain pump motor abnormal high current detected.
The full model number matters. Appliances can show the same code while using different wiring, sensors, or control parts.
The answer you came for
How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error I5C
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical. You should not need to buy a part until the symptom and exact model point to it.
- 1
Turn off power to the dishwasher at the
Turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.
- 2
Shut off the water supply, usually under the
Shut off the water supply, usually under the sink and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- 3
Place towels under the dishwasher and pull it
Place towels under the dishwasher and pull it out from the cabinet to access the drain pump at the bottom.
- 4
Disconnect the drain hose and the wire harness
Disconnect the drain hose and the wire harness from the pump.
- 5
Check the pump and hoses for any clogs
Check the pump and hoses for any clogs or foreign objects that could be causing the motor to overwork.
- 6
If no blockages are found, the drain pump
If no blockages are found, the drain pump is likely faulty and needs to be replaced with a new one.
- 7
Reconnect all hoses and wires, slide the dishwasher
Reconnect all hoses and wires, slide the dishwasher back in, and restore power and water 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 I5C Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker.Shut off the water supply, usually under the sink and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Place towels under the dishwasher and pull it out from the cabinet to access the drain pump at the bottom.Disconnect the drain hose and the wire harness from the pump.Check the pump and hoses for any clogs or foreign objects that could be causing the motor to overwork.If no blockages are found, the drain pump is likely faulty and needs to be replaced with a new one.Reconnect all hoses and wires, slide the dishwasher back in, and restore power and water 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:A000443055304524920
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: 154618701
Price noted in the current guide: $20-$205
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error I5C in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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