Error Code tC5

A secondary temperature sensor is giving bad readings

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: tC5

What This Means

Clogged lint screen restricting airflow; Restricted vent system; Thermistor 2 (vent thermistor) resistance out of range (open or shorted); Faulty wiring between vent thermistor and main PCB

What actually causes this:

Similar to the main temperature sensor error — usually caused by lint buildup restricting airflow, or the sensor itself has worn out.

First Thing to Check

Clean the lint screen thoroughly and make sure the exhaust vent path is clear.

Parts Involved

Vent Thermistor 2Lint ScreenExhaust Vent

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check for a clogged lint screen

  2. 2

    2. Check if the vent system is restricted

  3. 3

    3. Disconnect harness and measure resistance between Yellow wire Pin 2 and White wire Pin 7

  4. 4

    4. Measure thermistor 2 resistance: should be approximately 238.23KΩ at 25°C (77°F)

  5. 5

    5. If thermistor resistance is out of range, replace the vent thermistor

  6. 6

    6. If information code remains, contact Samsung customer service center

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