Washer shows F24, often early in the cycle, may not advance, water may be cold when hot is expected.

Safety first: Unplug the washer before accessing internal components.

Step-by-step:

• Access sensor: Remove the rear or lower front panel. The NTC sensor is typically mounted in the heater bracket or directly in the tub wall near the heater.
• Inspect connector: Unplug the sensor connector and check for corrosion or loose pins. Clean and reseat firmly.
• Check harness: Follow the wiring from the sensor to the control board, looking for pinched or broken wires.
• Replace sensor: If the sensor is cracked, swollen, or otherwise damaged, replace it with the correct Maytag temperature sensor.
• Test cycle: Reassemble and run a hot wash cycle to confirm the error is cleared and water heats properly.