Error Code: E38 Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Blocked pressure chamber or pressure-sensing hydraulic circuit.
How to Fix E38 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Unplug the washer from the wall outlet and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Pull the washer away from the wall to access the panels. You will likely need to remove the top panel.
- Locate the pressure switch. It will have a thin rubber or plastic tube attached to it.
- Follow this tube down to where it connects to the side of the outer drum or tub. This connection point is the pressure chamber.
- Carefully disconnect the tube from the pressure chamber. Be prepared for a small amount of water to spill out.
- Blow forcefully through the tube to clear any trapped lint, soap scum, or debris. You can also use a small, flexible wire to gently clear the port on the tub itself.
- Reconnect the tube securely, reattach the washer’s panel, plug the machine in, and run a rinse and spin cycle to test.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Recommended Parts to Check
No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Electrolux washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims.
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Electrolux washer drain pumpCommon replacement category: Drain pumpFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: drain, no-spin, or water-removal symptoms after hose and filter checks.
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Electrolux washer water inlet valveCommon replacement category: Water inlet valveFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: fill and slow-fill symptoms after supply checks.
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Electrolux washer door lockCommon replacement category: Door lock / latchFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Electrolux washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why this category can matter: start, lock, or spin symptoms tied to door-lock feedback.
Before ordering: match the part to the complete Electrolux washer model number on the appliance tag.
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Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
For repair parts, verify exact fit with the full washer model number before buying; these links are general replacement-appliance shopping options.
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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