Midea Oven Temperature Sensor Short Circuit

Electric range oven shows F4 and may not heat correctly.

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.

Possible Causes

Sensor internal short, Sensor wires pinched to chassis, Moisture in sensor connector, Faulty electronic oven control reading short

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker before any disassembly.

Visual check: Inspect the sensor probe inside the oven for damage or signs of arcing.
Rear access:
- Remove the rear panel and inspect the sensor wiring for pinched or melted insulation contacting metal.
- Dry any moisture around connectors.

A shorted sensor or harness must be replaced. If wiring and sensor test good, the control board is likely at fault and should be replaced by a technician.

Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor

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