F5E2 Error

Whirlpool Washer F5E2 Error

Troubleshooting and Repair - F5E2 Error Code - WFW75HEFW

The Whirlpool washer F5E2 error code is actually the dL (door lock) error.

When the dL error is reported and displayed on the user interface, the code that is stored in memory is actually F5E2.

For more information on the F5E2 / dL error see our dL error page linked below:

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This Whirlpool Washer F5E2 error troubleshooting and repair information applies to model WFW75HEFW and all the models listed under the related models section below.

Whirlpool  Washer WFW75HEFW
Questions For Error Code F5E2

Problem Not Solved

I have a whirlpool cabrio wtw7040dwi and error code F5 E2 came up. I replaced the lid lock and I still have the code. How do i clear it or what else is wrong

Clearing Fault Codes
To clear stored fault codes, enter Service Diagnostic mode(see activating service diagnostic mode below).
Then press and hold the 3rd button used to enter Service
Diagnostic mode for 5 seconds. Once the stored fault codes
are successfully erased, the seven segment display will show
“888”.

ACTIVATING SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC
MODE

1. Be sure the washer is in standby mode (plugged in with all
indicators off).
2. Select any three (3) buttons (except POWER) and follow
the steps below, using the same buttons (remember the
buttons and the order that the buttons were pressed):
Within 8 seconds,
• Press and Release the 1st selected button,
• Press and Release the 2nd selected button,
• Press and Release the 3rd selected button;
• Repeat this 3 button sequence 2 more times.
3. If this test mode has been entered successfully, all
indicators on the console will be illuminated for 5 seconds
with “888” showing in the three-digit display and a tone
will sound. If there are no saved fault codes, all indicators
on the console will momentarily turn off, and then only
the seven segment display will come back on and display
“888”. Upon entry to Service Diagnostic mode, all cycles
and options reset to factory default.
NOTE: The Service Diagnostic mode will time out after
5–10 minutes of user inactivity, or shut down if AC power
is removed from the washer.

Exiting Service Diagnostics Mode
Press the POWER button. All loads will be turned off and the
washer will enter standby.

Once you have cleared the codes, unplug the washer for 1 full minute and plug it back in. If after that the error continues and you have replaced the door lock assembly already, the main control board is bad.

Replaced Lock Actuator And Still Won’t Recognize As Locked

Whirlpool front load washer WFW75HEFW0 I previously replaced the lock actuator when I got the F5e2 error code before so naturally I see this code come up recently again and ordered a new one and replaced it once again. This time the part works and locks the door but the washer does not recognize that it is locked and the red light signalling it’s locked won’t light up. Also it won’t start any cycle. I have unplugged waited and plugged it back in. Checked that my connections to the actuator are firmly in place and it still won’t start.

Unfortunately, that would mean the main control is bad. It's referred to as the ACU or CCU in the manuals. The part for your model is Washer Electronic Control Board W11201274. You may find it on eBay or Amazon or you can just google that part number and you will find plenty of places to order it from online.

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Related Whirlpool Washer Models
This F5E2 error code also applies to the following models
7MWFW75HEFW0
7MWFW75HEFW1
WFW7540FW0
WFW75HEFW