GE Refrigerator error code
GE Refrigerator Error FLASHING-D-LED-2
Malfunction of the thermistor sensor.
Malfunction of the thermistor sensor.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Turn off the power to the refrigerator at
Turn off the power to the refrigerator at the circuit breaker.
- 2Open the refrigerator door and locate the thermistor
Open the refrigerator door and locate the thermistor sensor, usually found near the air inlet.
- 3Carefully remove any shelving or drawers that may
Carefully remove any shelving or drawers that may be obstructing access to the sensor.
A quick explanation
What does FLASHING-D-LED-2 mean?
Malfunction of the thermistor sensor.
The answer you came for
How to fix GE refrigerator error FLASHING-D-LED-2
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Turn off the power to the refrigerator at
Turn off the power to the refrigerator at the circuit breaker.
- 2
Open the refrigerator door and locate the thermistor
Open the refrigerator door and locate the thermistor sensor, usually found near the air inlet.
- 3
Carefully remove any shelving or drawers that may
Carefully remove any shelving or drawers that may be obstructing access to the sensor.
- 4
Disconnect the wiring from the old thermistor and
Disconnect the wiring from the old thermistor and remove it from its housing.
- 5
Install the new thermistor, making sure to connect
Install the new thermistor, making sure to connect the wiring in the same manner as the original.
- 6
Reinstall any shelves or drawers that were removed
Reinstall any shelves or drawers that were removed and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- 7
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 FLASHING 'D' LED Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off the power to the refrigerator at the circuit breaker.Open the refrigerator door and locate the thermistor sensor, usually found near the air inlet.Carefully remove any shelving or drawers that may be obstructing access to the sensor.Disconnect the wiring from the old thermistor and remove it from its housing.Install the new thermistor, making sure to connect the wiring in the same manner as the original.Reinstall any shelves or drawers that were removed and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Electrolux Refrigerator Focused repair path: refrigerator door, airflow, sensor, defrost, dispenser, 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 refrigerator 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 refrigerator 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:8081370015303918775
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: 240597203
Price noted in the current guide: $10-$45
Why this part is shown: It is associated with GE Refrigerator error FLASHING-D-LED-2 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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