LG Washer - tE Error Code
The washer detected a temperature sensor fault.
Meaning
The washer detected a temperature sensor fault.
The LG tE error code indicates that the washer’s thermistor (water temperature sensor) is reading out of range. This code appears on LG Direct‑Drive front‑load and top‑load models in North America.
Symptoms
Causes
Step-by-Step Fixes
- Inspect thermistor wiring.
- Test thermistor resistance.
- Replace thermistor if out of spec.
- Check heater circuit on models with internal heaters.
Safety Notes
- Unplug washer before accessing internal components.
Applicable Models
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- [Giant-C Giant-V]
- map[front-load direct-drive:[WM3050CW WM3070HWA WM3170CW WM3370HWA WM3470HVA WM3500CW WM3570HVA WM3600HWA WM3700HWA WM3800HBA WM3900HWA WM4000HWA WM4200HWA WM4500HBA] top-load direct-drive:[WT7100CW WT7200CW WT7300CW WT7400CV WT7500CW WT7800CW]]
Related Pages
- LG Washer OE – The washer cannot drain water within the expected time.
- LG Washer IE – The washer is not filling with water properly.
- LG Washer CE – The washer detected excessive motor current.
- LG Washer PE – The washer detected a water level sensor fault.
- LG Washer HE – The washer detected a heater or temperature control fault.
Other LG Washer Error Codes
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- LG Washer AC/AE Error Code — Communication Error
- LG Washer AE6 Error Code — Wi‑Fi Module Communication Error
- LG Washer CE Error Code — Overcurrent Error
- LG Washer CL Indicator — Child Lock Activated
- LG Washer dE Error Code — Door Error
- LG Washer dE1 Error Code — Door Not Locked
- LG Washer dE2 Error Code — Door Open
- LG Washer dE3 Error Code — Door Lock Failure
- LG Washer dHE Error Code — Door Heating Error
- LG Washer dL Error Code — Door Lock Failure (Modern Front‑Load Models)
- LG Washer DL Error Code — Lid Lock Failure (Legacy Top‑Load Models)
- LG Washer DR Error Code — Door/Lid Open During Cycle (Legacy Models)
- LG Washer E6 Error Code — Motor Triac Error
- LG Washer E7 Error Code — Hall Sensor Signal Error
- LG Washer FE Error Code — Overflow Error
- LG Washer HE Error Code — Heater Error
- LG Washer HE1 Error Code — Heater Overheat
- LG Washer HE2 Error Code — Heater Underheat
- LG Washer IE Error Code — Water Inlet Error
- LG Washer IE1 Error Code — Water Inlet Variant
- LG Washer LE Error Code — Motor Locked
- LG Washer LE1 Error Code — Water Leak Detected
- LG Washer OE Error Code — Drain Error
- LG Washer OE1 Error Code — Drain Fault Variant
- LG Washer OE2 Error Code — Drain Pump Overrun
- LG Washer OE3 Error Code — Drain Pump Blocked
- LG Washer PE Error Code — Pressure Sensor Error
- LG Washer PE1 Error Code — Pressure Sensor Variant
- LG Washer PF Error Code — Power Failure
- LG Washer PF1 Error Code — Power Failure Variant
- LG Washer SE Error Code — Motor Sensor Error
- LG Washer SUD Error Code — Excessive Suds
- LG Washer tCL Indicator — Tub Clean Reminder
- LG Washer tE1 Error Code — Thermistor Short
- LG Washer tE2 Error Code — Thermistor Open
- LG Washer tE3 Error Code — Thermistor Variant
- LG Washer UB Error Code — Unbalanced Load (ThinQ Variant)
- LG Washer UE Error Code — Unbalanced Load
- LG Washer UE1 Error Code — Unbalance Variant
- LG Washer VS Error Code — Vibration Sensor Error
Model-Specific Notes
- Some NA models use tE1/tE2 for more specific thermistor faults. - Models with internal heaters are more prone to tE if scaling occurs.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. Repairs involve electrical, mechanical, and water-related risks. Always follow manufacturer instructions and consider contacting a qualified technician for diagnosis or repair.