Electrolux Dishwasher error code
Electrolux Dishwasher Error I5E
Wash motor error.
Wash motor error.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Shut off the electricity to the dishwasher at
Shut off the electricity to the dishwasher at your home's circuit breaker panel.
- 2Turn off the hot water supply line, which
Turn off the hot water supply line, which is usually located under the kitchen sink.
- 3Gently pull the dishwasher out from under the
Gently pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the wash motor at the base.
A quick explanation
What does I5E mean?
Wash motor error.
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How to fix Electrolux dishwasher error I5E
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Shut off the electricity to the dishwasher at
Shut off the electricity to the dishwasher at your home's circuit breaker panel.
- 2
Turn off the hot water supply line, which
Turn off the hot water supply line, which is usually located under the kitchen sink.
- 3
Gently pull the dishwasher out from under the
Gently pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the wash motor at the base.
- 4
Visually inspect the wash motor for any obvious
Visually inspect the wash motor for any obvious signs of damage or blockages in the pump housing.
- 5
Carefully check the electrical connections on the motor,
Carefully check the electrical connections on the motor, ensuring the wire harness is securely plugged in and shows no signs of damage.
- 6
If the connections are secure and there are
If the connections are secure and there are no blockages, the motor itself has likely failed.
- 7
Replace the entire wash motor and pump assembly,
Replace the entire wash motor and pump assembly, reconnect the wiring and hoses, and then restore power and water.
- 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 I5E Error (Step-by-Step) Shut off the electricity to the dishwasher at your home's circuit breaker panel.Turn off the hot water supply line, which is usually located under the kitchen sink.Gently pull the dishwasher out from under the counter to access the wash motor at the base.Visually inspect the wash motor for any obvious signs of damage or blockages in the pump housing.Carefully check the electrical connections on the motor, ensuring the wire harness is securely plugged in and shows no signs of damage.If the connections are secure and there are no blockages, the motor itself has likely failed.Replace the entire wash motor and pump assembly, reconnect the wiring and hoses, and then restore power and water.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:154853801807473201
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: 154844301
Price noted in the current guide: $90-$231
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Dishwasher error I5E 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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