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LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 tE Error Fix: Water Temperature Sensor Error

Thermistor reading out of range — open or shorted. Check wiring connections. Test resistance (~40K ohms at room temperature, decreasing with heat). Replace if out of range.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error tE on the LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 means: Water Temperature Sensor Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Test and Replace the Water Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)” (medium difficulty, ~60 min, DIY cost: $15-$25). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer

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When to Call a Professional

While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $120-$180.

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LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry

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LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam

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WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum

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Other LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Error Codes

Current Error (Overcurrent)

2 fixes

Child Lock Active

2 fixes

CONTROL BOARD FAIL

Control Board Failure

2 fixes

Door Open Error

2 fixes

dE1

Door Lock Circuit Error

2 fixes

dE2

Door Lock — Unexpected Activation

2 fixes

DOOR SEAL MOLD

Door Boot Seal Mold/Mildew

2 fixes

DRAIN PUMP CLOG

Drain Pump Filter Clog

2 fixes

People Also Ask About LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Error tE

What does error code tE mean on a LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360?

Error code tE on the LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 means: Water Temperature Sensor Error. Thermistor reading out of range — open or shorted. Check wiring connections. Test resistance (~40K ohms at room temperature, decreasing with heat). Replace if out of range.

How do I fix error code tE on my LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360?

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace the Water Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)" (medium difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code tE on a LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 serious?

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Can I fix LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 error tE myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace the Water Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Needle-nose pliers.

How much does it cost to repair LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 error tE?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 have?

The LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 has 8 other known error codes, including: CE (Current Error (Overcurrent)), CL (Child Lock Active), CONTROL BOARD FAIL (Control Board Failure), dE (Door Open Error), dE1 (Door Lock Circuit Error), and 3 more.

Which other LG models have the tE error?

Error code tE also appears on 3 other LG models: LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry, LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam, WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 have?

The LG WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 has 8 other known error codes:

CE — Current Error (Overcurrent) (2 fixes)
CL — Child Lock Active (2 fixes)
CONTROL BOARD FAIL — Control Board Failure (2 fixes)
dE — Door Open Error (2 fixes)
dE1 — Door Lock Circuit Error (2 fixes)
dE2 — Door Lock — Unexpected Activation (2 fixes)
DOOR SEAL MOLD — Door Boot Seal Mold/Mildew (2 fixes)
DRAIN PUMP CLOG — Drain Pump Filter Clog (2 fixes)

Which other LG models have the tE error?

Error code tE also appears on 3 other LG models:

LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum (washer) · 2 fixes

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