Maytag dishwasher F10E5: diverter leak detected
F10E5 means the control detected a problem in the diverter's sensor circuit that the documentation associates with water leaking past the diverter seal.
What F10E5 means
- Brand
- Maytag
- Appliance
- Dishwasher
- Code
- F10E5
- Documented meaning
- Diverter leak detected
- Applies to
- 11 Maytag models on 2 platforms
- Can you keep using it?
- With caution
What the dishwasher is detecting
The diverter's position sensor sits next to its motor and seal. Corrosion or moisture in that circuit sets this code, and the documentation treats a leaking diverter seal as a key cause.
Causes listed for this condition
In the order the service documentation checks them. Documented causes come from the manufacturer's service documentation for these platforms; possible causes are based on how the system works; unconfirmed marks common assumptions that the documentation does not support.
- Documented A corroded or loose connection in the diverter sensor circuit.
- Documented Water leaking past the diverter seal.
Safe checks you can make
- Look along the floor in front of the dishwasher and in the cabinet under the sink for water, and mention anything you find to the technician.
- Switch off the dishwasher's circuit breaker (or unplug it, if it plugs in under the sink) for one minute, restore power and run a short cycle to see whether the code returns.
Further diagnosis requires opening the appliance. Beyond the owner checks, diagnosis involves removing panels, testing components and checking wiring. We describe what a technician investigates, not how to do it yourself.
What a technician checks
- Inspects the diverter area for water, residue and contamination.
- Checks the diverter sensor connections with power off.
- Runs the service diagnostic cycle and a short cycle to watch for leaks or a returning code.
Typical repairs and cost
Depending on what diagnosis finds, this code can lead to one of these repairs:
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher diverter motor replacement | $180–$390 | Moderate |
Typical total ranges for the Las Vegas area, parts and labor included. The final cost depends on diagnosis, the exact model, parts availability and whether other damage is found.
Can you keep using it?
Use with caution. Watch for water under the dishwasher. If you see any, stop using it and schedule service.
Maytag models documented with this code
And 5 more. Use the model lookup to check yours.
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Maytag platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a dishwasher. Most F10E5 repairs involve a single component once diagnosed. Replacement becomes worth considering when the unit is near the end of its typical 9–12-year life and the diagnosed repair is a major one. See the repair-or-replace guide.
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