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Café Door Switch or Door Position Detection Fault

dE or door error displayed; Café refrigerator beeps and may not cool properly because a door is detected as open even when closed.

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Possible Causes

Faulty door switch (fresh food or freezer), Misaligned door not making contact with switch, Damaged door harness in hinge area, Control board door input circuit fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before adjusting hinges or inspecting wiring near the door.

  • 1. Check for actual door obstruction: Inspect gaskets and shelves to ensure nothing is preventing the door from closing fully (e.g., tall containers, food packages, or bins hitting the door liner).
  • 2. Inspect door alignment: Verify the doors are level and aligned. If a door sags, adjust the leveling legs and hinge screws so the door closes firmly and the gasket contacts the cabinet all around.
  • 3. Test door switch operation: Locate the door switch (usually at the top or side of the liner). With power on, press and release the switch. The interior lights should turn off when pressed. If the lights stay on or flicker, the switch may be faulty.
  • 4. Check hinge wiring (for models with door-mounted electronics): At the top hinge, inspect the wiring harness for pinched or broken wires. Do not pull on the harness; just visually inspect for damage.
  • 5. Replace faulty switch if needed: With power off, gently pry out the door switch, disconnect the harness, and install a new OEM Café-compatible switch. Ensure it snaps fully into place.
  • 6. If error persists: The main control board may not be reading the door input correctly. At this point, professional diagnosis is recommended.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Door Switch
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