Whirlpool Oven F3 E2 — What It Means & How to Fix It
Also shown as F3E2, F3 E3, F3E3 on some models.
F3 E2 and F3 E3 on a wall oven point to the oven temperature sensor, the control, or the wiring; reset the breaker and call service on a repeat.
What this code means
Whirlpool says there may be a problem with the oven temperature sensor, the control, or the associated wiring.
Whirlpool wall ovens; the range articles for these codes word them slightly differently.
Most likely causes
| Cause | How likely | DIY-fixable? |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor fault | Common | No — technician job |
| Control fault | Occasional | No — technician job |
| Wiring fault | Occasional | No — technician job |
What you can try yourself
- Cancel and cool.
- Breaker off one minute.
- Monitor.
- Service on a repeat.
When to call a technician
- Repeat code.
- Wrong temperatures.
- Damaged sensor probe.
Typical professional repair cost: About $120–$250.
Frequently asked questions
What do F3 E2 and F3 E3 mean?
A possible oven temperature sensor, control or wiring problem.
Where is the sensor?
A thin probe inside the oven cavity.
Reset?
One-minute breaker reset.
Sources checked
- Whirlpool Product Help: F3 E2 - Error Code - Wall Oven
- Whirlpool Product Help: F3 E3 - Error Code - Wall Oven
Error meanings can vary by model. This guide was checked against the documentation above; use the manual for the model number on your own appliance when it differs.
Related Whirlpool codes
- Whirlpool Oven F0 E0 F0 E0 on a Whirlpool wall oven appears when the electronic oven control cannot recognise what type of problem has occurred; reset the breaker for one minute and call service if it returns.
- Whirlpool Oven F1 E0 F1 E0 on a wall oven indicates a possible problem with the user interface (touchpad), the control, or the wiring — clean the panel, reset the breaker, and call service if it persists.
- Whirlpool Oven F1 E1 F1 E1 points to the oven appliance manager control — one of the oven's control boards — or its wiring; reset power and call service if it returns.
- Whirlpool Oven F1 E2 F1 E2 points to the microwave user interface on a combination wall oven, or its wiring; reset power and call service if it repeats.
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