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LG appliance error codes and problems

LG codes read like two letters: OE, UE, IE, LE, D80. Each one names a system, which makes them easier to chase than most. Find your code or symptom below.

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Common problems

LG problems

  • Washer codes: OE, UE, IE, LE, CL
  • Dryer flow codes: D80, D90, D95
  • Refrigerator not cooling
  • Ice maker not making ice
  • Dishwasher drain and leak codes

LG error codes

Pick the symptom or code for the likely cause, what to check first, and when it needs a technician.

LG washer

CLLG washer CL code: what it means and how to clear it

The LG washer CL code means Child Lock, a control-panel lockout that disables most buttons except Power. The single most…

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LG dryer

D90LG dryer d90 code: what it means and how to fix it

The LG dryer d90 code means the Flow Sense system sees a severe exhaust airflow restriction, about 90% blocked. The…

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LG dishwasher

AEAE code on LG dishwasher: what it means and how to fix it

The AE code on an LG dishwasher means water has reached the base pan and lifted the leak float, so the machine may stop…

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LG refrigerator

ERER code on LG refrigerator: what it means and what to do

An ER code on an LG refrigerator is usually the first half of a trouble code, so the letters after it matter, such as…

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LG washer

DELG washer code dE: what it means and what to check

LG washer code dE means the door didn’t lock or the control didn’t see the door locked after you started a cycle. The…

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LG dishwasher

LELG dishwasher LE code: what it means and what to check

The LG dishwasher LE code means the control sees a cleaning motor problem, usually a locked or stalled circulation wash…

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LG dishwasher

OELG dishwasher code OE: what it means and how to fix it

LG dishwasher code OE means the machine has detected a drain problem, so water is staying in the tub longer than it…

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LG dryer

CLLG dryer CL code: what it means and how to fix it

The LG dryer CL code means Control Lock, also called Child Lock, is turned on and the panel is locked. The most common…

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LG washer

FEFE LG washer code: why it overfills and what to check

The FE LG washer code means the washer senses too much water in the tub and stops because it sees an overfill condition.…

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LG oven & range

F9LG oven code F9: what it means and how to fix it

LG oven code F9 means the control didn't see the oven get past 150°F within five minutes of preheat, so it stops and…

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LG dishwasher

CLCL code on LG dishwasher: what it means and how to clear it

CL means Control Lock or Child Lock is turned on, so the dishwasher is blocking most button presses. The most common…

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LG dryer

D95LG dryer d95 code: what it means and how to fix it

The LG dryer d95 code means the Flow Sense system has detected a 95% restriction in the exhaust path. The most common…

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LG symptoms

LG dryer

LG dryer not drying: what it means and what to check

An LG dryer not drying usually means the dryer can't move hot, damp air out of the drum, or it isn't making heat in the…

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LG washer

LG washer not draining: what it means and how to fix it

An LG washer not draining usually means the washer can't move water out fast enough, often showing an OE water outlet…

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LG dishwasher

LG dishwasher won't turn on: what it means and how to fix it

An LG dishwasher that won't turn on usually means the controls are not getting power, or the control is being blocked by…

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LG dryer

LG dryer not turning on: what it means and what to do

An LG dryer not turning on usually means the dryer has lost power, or the control is powered while the motor start…

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LG dishwasher

LG dishwasher not draining: what it means and what to check

An LG dishwasher not draining means the control sees water staying in the tub when it should have pumped out, often with…

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LG washer

LG washer leaking bottom: why water is pooling underneath

An LG washer leaking bottom usually means water is escaping from the drain pump/filter area, an internal hose, the door…

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LG washer

LG washer will not spin: what to check first

When an LG washer will not spin, the control is usually stopping spin because it sees an unsafe load, a locked-water…

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LG washer

LG washer won't turn on: what to check first

An LG washer that won't turn on usually has no usable power reaching the controls, or the electronic control has locked…

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LG refrigerator

LG refrigerator freezer not working: why it happens and what to check

An LG refrigerator freezer not working means the freezer is not reaching its set temperature, often with the fresh-food…

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LG oven & range

LG oven not heating: what it means and how to fix it

An LG oven not heating means the bake heat source, ignition circuit, power feed, or control output isn't getting the…

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LG refrigerator

LG refrigerator making noise: normal sounds and repair signs

An LG refrigerator making noise usually means a fan, compressor, ice maker, valve, or normal cooling part is running…

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Common questions about appliance repair

My LG washer shows CL. Is that an error?

No. CL is the child lock. Hold the button marked with the lock icon (often Temp and Spin together) for a few seconds to clear it.

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