E3
Speed Queen · TC5003WN 3.2 cu ft Classic Clean Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and 6 Wash Cycles
The washer door failed to lock or unlock properly. This error is caused by a faulty door lock mechanism or door switch, preventing the washer from starting or completing a cycle.
Error E3 on the Speed Queen TC5003WN 3.2 cu ft Classic Clean Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and 6 Wash Cycles means: Door Lock Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Door Lock Assembly” (medium difficulty, ~30 min, DIY cost: $35-$55). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · washer
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While many washer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $130-$180.
The Speed Queen TC5003WN 3.2 cu ft Classic Clean Top Load Washer with Stainless Steel Tub and 6 Wash Cycles has 8 other known error codes:
Error code E3 also appears on 1 other Speed Queen model:
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