Refrigerator displays F13; one compartment (often a variable temperature drawer) does not cool or heat correctly.

Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before removing drawers or panels.

F13 is associated with a special compartment such as a chill drawer or wine zone.

• Check drawer installation: Ensure the variable temperature drawer is fully seated and that any rear connectors or plugs engage properly when the drawer is pushed in.
• Inspect seals: Check the drawer gasket for damage or misalignment that could affect temperature control.
• Locate sensor: Find the thermistor or sensor inside the drawer compartment. Make sure it is not covered by food items and that airflow vents are not blocked.
• Inspect wiring: For drawers with electrical connectors, inspect the harness for pinched or broken wires, especially where the drawer slides in and out.
• Replace sensor or module: If the thermistor tests out of range or the Peltier/zone module does not operate when powered, replace the faulty component with a Fisher & Paykel-compatible part.
• Control board diagnosis: If hardware checks out but F13 remains, the main control board may have a failed zone driver and should be evaluated by a technician.