F3
Kenmore Open Oven Temperature Sensor Circuit

Oven will not heat correctly and displays F3

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Possible Causes

Open oven temperature sensor, Broken sensor wiring, Loose connector at control board, Corroded sensor plug

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before servicing.

  • Access and test sensor:
    • Remove the oven temperature sensor from inside the cavity.
    • Measure resistance at room temperature (~1050–1100 Ω).
    • If open or far out of range, replace the oven temperature sensor.
  • Check harness:
    • Inspect wiring from sensor to control for breaks or burns.
    • Reseat connectors at both ends.
    • Repair or replace damaged harness sections.
  • Control board:
    • If sensor and wiring are good but F3 persists, the EOC sensor input may be defective.
    • Replace the electronic oven control (EOC) if necessary.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor
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