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Maytag · MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer

Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer F5E3 Error Fix: Lid Lock Will Not Disengage

Lid remains locked after cycle. Unplug washer and wait 5 minutes. Check lock motor. Replace lid lock.

critical2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error F5E3 on the Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer means: Lid Lock Will Not Disengage. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Lid Lock Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~45 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: $110-$160.

Other Maytag Models with Error F5E3

MHW6630HW 4.8 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam

washer · 2 fixes

Other Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer Error Codes

AGITATOR NOT MOVING

Agitator Not Moving

2 fixes

BASKET WONT AGITATE

Basket Will Not Agitate But Will Spin

2 fixes

CLOTHES STILL WET

Clothes Still Wet After Spin

Drain Error

Excessive Vibration or Walking

2 fixes

F0E1

Load Detected During Clean Cycle

Excessive Suds

Overload

People Also Ask About Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer Error F5E3

What does error code F5E3 mean on a Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer?

Error code F5E3 on the Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer means: Lid Lock Will Not Disengage. Lid remains locked after cycle. Unplug washer and wait 5 minutes. Check lock motor. Replace lid lock.

How do I fix error code F5E3 on my Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer?

The most successful fix is "Replace Lid Lock Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code F5E3 on a Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer serious?

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer error F5E3 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Lid Lock Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter.

How much does it cost to repair Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer error F5E3?

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $110-$160. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer have?

The Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer has 8 other known error codes, including: AGITATOR NOT MOVING (Agitator Not Moving), BASKET WONT AGITATE (Basket Will Not Agitate But Will Spin), CLOTHES STILL WET (Clothes Still Wet After Spin), drn (Drain Error), EXCESSIVE VIBRATION (Excessive Vibration or Walking), and 3 more.

Which other Maytag models have the F5E3 error?

Error code F5E3 also appears on 1 other Maytag model: MHW6630HW 4.8 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer have?

The Maytag MVW6500MW 4.8 cu ft Pet Pro Top Load Washer has 8 other known error codes:

AGITATOR NOT MOVING — Agitator Not Moving (2 fixes)
BASKET WONT AGITATE — Basket Will Not Agitate But Will Spin (2 fixes)
CLOTHES STILL WET — Clothes Still Wet After Spin (2 fixes)
drn — Drain Error (2 fixes)
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION — Excessive Vibration or Walking (2 fixes)
F0E1 — Load Detected During Clean Cycle (2 fixes)
F0E2 — Excessive Suds (2 fixes)
F0E3 — Overload (2 fixes)

Which other Maytag models have the F5E3 error?

Error code F5E3 also appears on 1 other Maytag model:

MHW6630HW 4.8 cu ft Front Load Washer with Steam (washer) · 2 fixes

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