Washer displays F5E4 and may not start; control thinks lid is open when it is closed.

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

Lid switch stuck in closed position, Control logic error, Wiring harness shorted, User starting back-to-back cycles without opening lid (on some models)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Unplug the washer before accessing internal components.

Step 1 – Open and close lid: Fully open the lid, wait 5 seconds, then close firmly. Attempt to start a new cycle.
Step 2 – Power reset: Unplug the washer for 5 minutes, then plug back in and try again.
Step 3 – Inspect lid switch/lock: Check for mechanical sticking or damage. Replace if the switch does not change state when the lid moves.

If the error persists, the control board may be misreading the lid status and could require replacement.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Lid Lock Assembly

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