Maytag Sensor or Display Communication Failure

Display shows dashes (---) instead of temperature; freezer may or may not be cooling.

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Disconnected thermistor, Broken sensor harness, Failed display module, Faulty main control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the freezer before removing any panels or touching wiring.

  • Check cooling: Verify if the freezer is actually cooling using a thermometer. If temperature is stable, the issue may be display-only.
  • Inspect sensor connections: Access the control housing and ensure all thermistor connectors are firmly seated on the electronic control board.
  • Check harness: Look for pinched or broken wires between the sensors and control.
  • Replace display or control: If wiring and sensors are intact, replace the user interface/display board. If the issue persists, replace the main control board.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

User Interface Board
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