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Maytag Dishwasher error code

Maytag Dishwasher Error E3

Disconnect power at the circuit breaker.

Disconnect power at the circuit breaker.

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Maytag dishwasher repair guide for error E3
Error codeE3Dishwasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Disconnect power at the circuit breaker

    Disconnect power at the circuit breaker.

  2. 2
    Remove the lower access panel

    Remove the lower access panel.

  3. 3
    Locate the temperature sensor on the tub wall

    Locate the temperature sensor on the tub wall.

A quick explanation

What does E3 mean?

Disconnect power at the circuit breaker.

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag dishwasher error E3

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Disconnect power at the circuit breaker

    Disconnect power at the circuit breaker.

  2. 2

    Remove the lower access panel

    Remove the lower access panel.

  3. 3

    Locate the temperature sensor on the tub wall

    Locate the temperature sensor on the tub wall.

  4. 4

    Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor

    Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.

  5. 5

    Test sensor resistance with a multimeter (should change

    Test sensor resistance with a multimeter (should change predictably with temperature).

  6. 6

    Place the sensor in ice water and hot

    Place the sensor in ice water and hot water to verify resistance changes.

  7. 7

    If readings are erratic or out of range,

    If readings are erratic or out of range, remove the mounting screw.

  8. 8

    Install the new temperature sensor and secure it

    Install the new temperature sensor and secure it properly.

  9. 9

    Reconnect the electrical connector

    Reconnect the electrical connector.

  10. 10

    Run a diagnostic cycle to clear the error

    Run a diagnostic cycle to clear the error code.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix Dishwasher Error Disconnect power at the circuit breaker. Remove the lower access panel. Locate the temperature sensor on the tub wall. Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor. Test sensor resistance with a multimeter (should change predictably with temperature). Place the sensor in ice water and hot water to verify resistance changes. If readings are erratic or out of range, remove the mounting screw. Install the new temperature sensor and secure it properly. Reconnect the electrical connector. Run a diagnostic cycle to clear the error code. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure. Ask a Technician Online – Get Answer in Minutes Find a Local Repair Pro Near You Browse all Maytag error codes: Maytag Error Codes

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

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The researched guidance for Maytag Dishwasher error E3 points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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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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