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Maytag Dryer error code

Maytag Dryer Error E2

Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.

Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
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Maytag dryer repair guide for error E2
Error codeE2Dryer

Try these first

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

  1. 1
    Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit

    Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.

  2. 2
    The thermistor is a small sensor located on

    The thermistor is a small sensor located on the blower housing or heater duct. You may need to remove the rear or front panel to access it.

  3. 3
    Disconnect the wire harness from the thermistor

    Disconnect the wire harness from the thermistor.

A quick explanation

What does E2 mean?

Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag dryer error E2

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

  1. 1

    Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit

    Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.

  2. 2

    The thermistor is a small sensor located on

    The thermistor is a small sensor located on the blower housing or heater duct. You may need to remove the rear or front panel to access it.

  3. 3

    Disconnect the wire harness from the thermistor

    Disconnect the wire harness from the thermistor.

  4. 4

    Use a multimeter to test its resistance

    Use a multimeter to test its resistance. At room temperature (around 77°F/25°C), it should read approximately 10,000 ohms. A significantly different reading, or a reading of infinity, means it's faulty.

  5. 5

    Replace the thermistor, reconnect the wiring, and reassemble

    Replace the thermistor, reconnect the wiring, and reassemble the dryer.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E2 Error Unplug the dryer or shut off its circuit breaker.The thermistor is a small sensor located on the blower housing or heater duct. You may need to remove the rear or front panel to access it.Disconnect the wire harness from the thermistor.Use a multimeter to test its resistance. At room temperature (around 77°F/25°C), it should read approximately 10,000 ohms. A significantly different reading, or a reading of infinity, means it's faulty.Replace the thermistor, reconnect the wiring, and reassemble the dryer. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page.

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

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: WP8577274 (Thermistor)

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Maytag Dryer error E2 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

Compatibility varies by model. Confirm that the Amazon listing includes your complete dryer model number before ordering.

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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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