F3E1
KitchenAid · KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack
The wash pump motor (circulation pump) is not running or did not start within the expected time after being energized. Check wash motor connections and wiring harness. Test wash motor windings for continuity. Listen for humming (indicates seized motor). The pump impeller may be jammed with debris — glass, bones, toothpicks are common culprits. Replace wash motor if windings are open.
Error F3E1 on the KitchenAid KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack means: Wash Pump Motor Not Running. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Replace Wash Pump Motor” (hard difficulty, ~90 min, DIY cost: $5-$20). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dishwasher
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While many dishwasher repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $200-$300.
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The KitchenAid KDTE204KPS 39 dBA Top Control Dishwasher with Third Level Utensil Rack has 8 other known error codes:
Error code F3E1 also appears on 5 other KitchenAid models:
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