Maytag
Temperature Sensing / Calibration Issue
Temperature display does not match actual freezer temperature measured with a thermometer.
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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
Out-of-spec thermistor, Poor sensor placement or not clipped properly, Control board calibration drift
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug before accessing sensors or control board.
- Verify with thermometer: Place a reliable freezer thermometer in the center of the compartment and wait several hours before comparing readings.
- Inspect thermistor placement: Ensure the freezer thermistor is properly clipped to the liner or evaporator as designed.
- Test thermistor: Measure resistance and compare to the tech sheet. Replace if out of spec.
- Control replacement: If the thermistor is accurate but the display is consistently off, the electronic control board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Freezer Thermistor
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