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Kenmore Dishwasher Code FCE3 No Internet Connection

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code FCE3 (12-3) on Dishwasher — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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At a glance

Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of FCE3 (12-3) 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 FCE3 (12-3)
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

FCE3 (12-3) on the Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwasher: the wireless router is not connected to the internet.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so FCE3 (12-3) 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

No internet connection.

FCE3 at a glance

  • On the display: FCE3 or 12-3
  • Meaning: no internet connection
  • Models: Kenmore MicroClean HE dishwasher

What to restore first

Your wireless router isn’t connected to the internet, so get that connection working again. The manual lists no other owner step for this code.

Compare with these Wi-Fi codes

FCE2 covers a missing link to the router, FCE5 an antenna failure, and FCE1 a failed exchange between the control board and the Wi-Fi module.

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Source: PartsDirect – Kenmore MicroClean HE 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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