LG Washer tE Error Code

When tE appears on the display of an LG washer, the machine is reporting a temperature sensor problem. The wording differs a little between front-load washers (including WashTower) and top-load washers, so each is covered below.

tE on front-load washers and WashTower

On these models tE is a heating or water temperature sensor error, usually caused by a faulty thermistor. The LG help library gives these steps:

1. Unplug the washer for 10 seconds.
2. Plug it back in and press the power button. Press the spin speed button until no spin is highlighted.
3. Once the washer has drained, restart the wash cycle.

If tE returns, close the water taps and unplug the washer.

tE on top-load washers

Here the code means a tub temperature sensor error: a fault in the sensor that measures the water temperature inside the drum, from a contact problem or a failed sensor. It can also appear if very hot water was poured into the drum. In that case unplug the power cord, let the water cool, then reconnect the cord. If the code stays, the washer needs a technician’s inspection.

Related LG washer codes

• SE is a general sensor error, so it is easy to mix up with tE.
• PE is a water level sensor fault, another sensor-type code.
• vS is a vibration sensor issue, shown on some of the same models.

LG washer repair in Los Angeles

If tE keeps coming back, our LG washer repair team in Los Angeles can take a look. Call (310) 742-8008 and have the code, your model number and the steps you already tried ready.

Source: LG Front Load Washer – Error Code List; LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide; LG Top Load Washer – Error Code List