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E08

York · YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor

York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor E08 Error Fix: Drain Pump Failure

The condensate drain pump is not operating correctly, causing water to accumulate and potentially leak inside the unit or room. This error prevents normal drainage.

Medium severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error E08 on the York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor means: Drain Pump Failure. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Drain Pump Assembly” (hard difficulty, ~60 min, DIY cost: $0). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · air conditioner

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Root Cause Analysis

Drainage Issue → Drain Pump FailedPrimary

When to Call a Professional

While many air conditioner 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: $150-$220.

Other York Models with Error E08

DERA-P036N07 HP 16 SEER

heat_pump · 2 fixes

GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace

furnace · 2 fixes

TM8E100C20MP11 100,000 BTU 80% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace

furnace · 2 fixes

TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace

furnace · 2 fixes

Other York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor Error Codes

E01

Indoor Temperature Sensor Fault

2 fixes

E02

Outdoor Unit Fan Motor Failure

2 fixes

E03

Refrigerant Leak Detected

2 fixes

E04

Compressor Overcurrent Protection Triggered

2 fixes

E05

Indoor Fan Motor Stall Detected

2 fixes

E06

High Pressure Switch Triggered

2 fixes

E07

Low Pressure Switch Triggered

2 fixes

E09

Communication Error Between Indoor and Outdoor Units

2 fixes

People Also Ask About York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor Error E08

What does error code E08 mean on a York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor?

Error code E08 on the York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor means: Drain Pump Failure. The condensate drain pump is not operating correctly, causing water to accumulate and potentially leak inside the unit or room. This error prevents normal drainage.

How do I fix error code E08 on my York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor?

The most successful fix is "Replace Drain Pump Assembly" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). This fix costs nothing. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code E08 on a York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor 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 York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor error E08 myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Drain Pump Assembly") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Pliers.

How much does it cost to repair York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor error E08?

DIY cost: $0. Professional repair typically costs $150-$220. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor have?

The York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor has 8 other known error codes, including: E01 (Indoor Temperature Sensor Fault), E02 (Outdoor Unit Fan Motor Failure), E03 (Refrigerant Leak Detected), E04 (Compressor Overcurrent Protection Triggered), E05 (Indoor Fan Motor Stall Detected), and 3 more.

Which other York models have the E08 error?

Error code E08 also appears on 4 other York models: DERA-P036N07 HP 16 SEER, GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace, TM8E100C20MP11 100,000 BTU 80% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace, TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor have?

The York YCG42B21S 3.5 Ton 14 SEER Affinity Series Air Conditioner with Scroll Compressor has 8 other known error codes:

E01 — Indoor Temperature Sensor Fault (2 fixes)
E02 — Outdoor Unit Fan Motor Failure (2 fixes)
E03 — Refrigerant Leak Detected (2 fixes)
E04 — Compressor Overcurrent Protection Triggered (2 fixes)
E05 — Indoor Fan Motor Stall Detected (2 fixes)
E06 — High Pressure Switch Triggered (2 fixes)
E07 — Low Pressure Switch Triggered (2 fixes)
E09 — Communication Error Between Indoor and Outdoor Units (2 fixes)

Which other York models have the E08 error?

Error code E08 also appears on 4 other York models:

DERA-P036N07 HP 16 SEER (heat pump) · 2 fixes
GM9S080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
TM8E100C20MP11 100,000 BTU 80% AFUE Single-Stage Upflow Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes
TM9V080B12MP11 80,000 BTU 96% AFUE 2-Stage Variable-Speed Gas Furnace (furnace) · 2 fixes

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