E2
Insignia Over-temperature or sensor calibration error

Oven displays E2 and may shut off or refuse to start; temperature reading may be inaccurate.

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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

Mis-calibrated oven temperature sensor, Sensor partially shorted, Control board temperature processing fault, Poor airflow around sensor

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Turn off power if the oven is overheating.

  • Verify actual temperature: Use an oven thermometer to compare actual cavity temperature to the set temperature. Large discrepancies indicate sensor or control issues.
  • Test sensor: With power off, measure the oven temperature sensor resistance at room temperature and at a known elevated temperature (e.g., 200°C). Compare to Insignia’s resistance chart (typically ~1650 Ω at 200°C). Replace if readings are inconsistent.
  • Check sensor mounting: Ensure the sensor is firmly mounted and not touching the oven wall directly, which can skew readings.
  • Control calibration: Some Insignia models allow temperature calibration in the settings menu. Adjust only if the sensor tests good and the error is minor.
  • Replace control board: If sensor and wiring are correct but E2 persists, replace the electronic oven control board.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor
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