Written by
Maya Chen Editorial TeamPublished October 20, 2026
Error codedE4
ApplianceWasher
Quick answer
dE4 shows when a SideKick washer is run without the drawer fully closed. A sock or other object may be blocking the drawer rail.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so dE4 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
The washer was run without the drawer fully closed, and a foreign object may block the drawer rail.
A dE4 code appears when an LG SideKick pedestal washer is operated without its drawer closed all the way. A foreign object, such as a sock caught in the side of the drawer, may be the cause.
Why the door will not lock
If the drawer rail on one side is blocked, or the drawer cannot be closed completely, the door cannot lock and the washer reports dE4.
What to try
Inspect the drawer for socks or other items and remove the blockage. LG notes that its guide covers all models, so your washer may look a little different from the pictures.
When the drawer is clear and dE4 still shows, call (310) 742-8008. Our LG washer repair page covers service for LG washers in Los Angeles. It helps to know the model number and to say what you removed from the drawer.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your LG appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
