Kenmore User Interface or Control Board Failure

Dryer displays E3 and may not start or may shut down unexpectedly

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Failed user interface board, failed main control board, corrupted control firmware, loose console harness

Safety First: Unplug dryer before removing console or top panel.

Steps:

Power reset: Leave the dryer unplugged for 5–10 minutes, then reconnect and test.
Reseat console harness: Access the console and reseat all connectors between the UI and main control.
Inspect boards: Look for burn marks or corrosion on the UI and main control boards.
Replace faulty board: If visual damage is present or E3 persists after reseating, replace the suspect board (often the UI first).

Hard 4/5

User Interface Control Panel

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