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Kenmore Dishwasher F4E2 Code Reset and Pump Checks

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code F4E2 (4-2) on Dishwasher — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of F4E2 (4-2) for Kenmore Dishwasher — confirm the model series before you act.

Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Error code F4E2 (4-2)
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

Kenmore F4E2: try a 30-second power cut, then expect pump motor wiring checks.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so F4E2 (4-2) may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

Plain language

What this code means

Communication error between the electronic control board and the circulation pump motor.

Try this first

  1. Cut power to the dishwasher for 30 seconds.
  2. Restore power.
  3. F4E2 back again? Book service.

What F4E2 stands for

For Kenmore HE and Elite HE models, the chart says the electronic control board and circulation pump motor are not communicating. Where there is no digital display, look for the 4-2 flash pattern.

What a technician will do

  • Unplug the unit and examine the circulation pump wire harness.
  • Reconnect loose wires, or replace a damaged harness.
  • With sound connections, replace the circulation pump and motor assembly.
  • If trouble continues, replace the electronic control board.

Codes close to F4E2

  • F4E1: pump motor communication on the HE chart.
  • F4E4: identical pump message, Global HE and MicroClean HE.

Kenmore service center: dishwasher repair

Our service center covers the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. For a Kenmore showing F4E2, call (844) 747-3641 with the model number and a summary of your attempts. Details: dishwasher repair.

Source: Sears PartsDirect – Kenmore HE dishwasher error codes; Product Help – Dishwasher error codes

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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