48 troubleshooting guides

LG

Model-aware symptoms, error codes, and safe checks related to LG products. Confirm the full model number before ordering parts.

28 guides

Washing machine

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IE

LG washer IE error

The IE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the washer is not filling with enough water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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OE

LG washer OE error

The OE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the washer cannot drain in time. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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UE

LG washer UE error

The UE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the load remains unbalanced. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dE

LG washer dE error

The dE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the door is open or not locking. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dE1

LG washer dE1 error

The dE1 display on many LG washing machines indicates that the door-lock switch signal is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dE2

LG washer dE2 error

The dE2 display on many LG washing machines indicates that the door could not lock or unlock. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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CL

LG washer CL error

The CL display on many LG washing machines indicates that control lock is enabled. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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LE

LG washer LE error

The LE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the motor is locked or overloaded. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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CE

LG washer CE error

The CE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the motor circuit detected excessive current. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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FE

LG washer FE error

The FE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the washer detected an overfill. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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PE

LG washer PE error

The PE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the water-level pressure sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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tE

LG washer tE error

The tE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the water-temperature sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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PF

LG washer PF error

The PF display on many LG washing machines indicates that power was interrupted during the cycle. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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AE

LG washer AE error

The AE display on many LG washing machines indicates that water was detected where it should not be. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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E1

LG washer E1 error

The E1 display on many LG washing machines indicates that a leak or water in the base was detected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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E6

LG washer E6 error

The E6 display on many LG washing machines indicates that the clutch or motor is prevented from moving. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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SE

LG washer SE error

The SE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the motor speed sensor signal is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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FF

LG washer FF error

LG defines FF as Freeze Failure or freeze detection. Prolonged cold can freeze water in the washer, inlet hose, drain hose, faucet, tub, or pump path, preventing the machine from filling, draining, or starting.

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tcL

LG washer tcL error

The tcL display on many LG washing machines indicates that the tub-clean reminder is active. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Cd

LG washer Cd display

LG states that Cd is not a failure code on supported washer-dryer combo units. It means the appliance is in cool-down mode after drying and may tumble the load without heat to reduce wrinkles until you press a permitted button or the routine ends.

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Sud

LG washer Sud error

The Sud display on many LG washing machines indicates that excess detergent suds were detected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dHE

LG washer dHE error

LG identifies dHE as a temporary dry-function error on supported washer-dryer combo units. Power the appliance off, isolate it at the plug or breaker for about ten seconds, restore power, and retry once; repeated dHE requires model-specific service.

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HE

LG washer HE error

The HE display on many LG washing machines indicates that the water-heating system is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dL

LG washer dL error

The dL display on many LG washing machines indicates that the door-lock mechanism is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Eb

LG washer Eb error

The Eb display on many LG washing machines indicates that the clutch or drive signal is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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vS

LG washer vS error

The vS display on many LG washing machines indicates that the vibration sensor signal is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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LE1

LG washer LE1 error

The LE1 display on many LG washing machines indicates that the motor or drive system is overloaded. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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LE2

LG washer LE2 error

The LE2 display on many LG washing machines indicates that the motor cannot complete rotation. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Dishwasher

Home appliances4 min
IE

LG dishwasher IE error

The IE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is not filling with enough water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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OE

LG dishwasher OE error

The OE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher cannot drain correctly. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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AE

LG dishwasher AE error

The AE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the leak sensor detected water in the base. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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E1

LG dishwasher E1 error

The E1 display on many LG dishwashers indicates that water leakage or a drain installation issue was detected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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LE

LG dishwasher LE error

The LE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the wash motor is locked. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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HE

LG dishwasher HE error

The HE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the heater circuit is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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tE

LG dishwasher tE error

The tE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the temperature sensor is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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PF

LG dishwasher PF error

The PF display on many LG dishwashers indicates that power was interrupted during operation. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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CL

LG dishwasher CL error

The CL display on many LG dishwashers indicates that control lock is enabled. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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bE

LG dishwasher bE error

The bE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the unit may be unlevel or over-sudsing. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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FE

LG dishwasher FE error

The FE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher detected too much water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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nE

LG dishwasher nE error

The nE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the diverter motor position is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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CE

LG dishwasher CE error

The CE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the motor circuit detected excessive current. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Cd

LG dishwasher Cd error

The Cd display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is in a cool-dry phase. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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Cr

LG dishwasher Cr error

The Cr display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is running a test mode. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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dE

LG dishwasher dE error

The dE display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the door is not fully latched. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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nE1

LG dishwasher nE1 error

The nE1 display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the diverter motor cannot confirm position. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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nE2

LG dishwasher nE2 error

The nE2 display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the diverter feedback is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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HE1

LG dishwasher HE1 error

The HE1 display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the heater temperature is outside range. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.

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AE1

LG dishwasher AE1 error

The AE1 display on many LG dishwashers indicates that the base leak sensor remains active. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.