E15
Johnson Controls Sensor Calibration Out of Range

E15 displayed and thermostat reports sensor calibration error; temperature or humidity readings appear obviously wrong.

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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

Severely drifted internal temperature or humidity sensor, Incorrect calibration values stored, Firmware bug in calibration routine, Electrical noise affecting sensor readings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before removing the thermostat if internal inspection is needed.

  • Step 1 – Compare readings: Place a reliable thermometer/hygrometer near the thermostat and compare readings. Note the difference.
  • Step 2 – Adjust calibration: In the installer or advanced settings menu, use the temperature offset and/or humidity offset feature to correct minor differences (typically ±5°F or ±10% RH).
  • Step 3 – Factory reset: If offsets are extreme or E15 persists, perform a factory reset to clear any corrupted calibration data.
  • Step 4 – Check for interference: Ensure no high‑voltage lines are routed directly behind the thermostat and that it is not mounted on metal that could affect sensor performance. Relocate if necessary.
  • Step 5 – Replace thermostat module: If readings remain far off and E15 continues, replace the thermostat display/control module with integrated sensors.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Thermostat Display/Control Module (Sensor Package)
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