Maytag washer F2E1 error code
F2E1 does not mean the same thing on every Maytag washer. Our data shows 2 documented meanings, depending on which engineering platform the model is built on. Look up your model number to see the one that applies.
| Meaning | Appliance | Maytag models |
|---|---|---|
| Stuck button | Top-load washer | 105 |
| Stuck key | Front-load washer | 3 |
F2E1: Stuck key
- Brand
- Maytag
- Appliance
- Front-load washer
- Code
- F2E1
- Documented meaning
- Stuck key
- Applies to
- 3 Maytag models on 1 platform
- Can you keep using it?
- With caution
F2E1 means the control sees a console button as pressed for much longer than a normal press.
What the washer is detecting
The control expects buttons to be pressed briefly. If one reads as held down for an extended time, it treats the key as stuck and stores F2E1.
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.
- Possible A button held down, or something resting against the console.
- Possible A stuck or damaged key, or moisture or residue behind the keypad.
Safe checks you can make
- Make sure nothing is leaning on the console, and press each button once to see whether any feels stuck.
- Wipe the console dry if it has been splashed; then restore power and try again.
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
- Checks each key in the console test mode.
- Inspects the keypad and user interface board.
Typical repairs and cost
Depending on what diagnosis finds, this code can lead to one of these repairs:
| Repair | Typical range | Labor |
|---|---|---|
| Washer user interface / keypad replacement | $250–$550 | Light |
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. The washer may not respond correctly to buttons. If the code keeps returning, have the console checked.
Maytag models documented with this code
Related problems and codes
Other codes documented on the same Maytag platforms:
Repair or replace?
A fault code alone rarely justifies replacing a washer. Most F2E1 repairs involve a single component once diagnosed. Replacement becomes worth considering when the unit is near the end of its typical 10–13-year life and the diagnosed repair is a major one. See the repair-or-replace guide.
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