Error Code 5E
Refrigerator defrost sensor malfunction or open circuit
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 5 E
What This Means
Connector slipped out or open contact; Wire cut or short circuited; Abnormal temperature sensing
What actually causes this:
Sensor connector becomes loose or thermistor fails from defrost cycle stress
First Thing to Check
Verify CN30 #6 connection on main PCB
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check voltage between MAIN PCB CN30 #6 and #7
- 2
Voltage should be within 4.5V to 1.0V range
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