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Frigidaire · Washing machine

Frigidaire E3 error code

Lid open or lid lock failed

The lid is open, or the lid lock has failed.

Worth repairing?

Worth fixing

Usually it's just the lid. A failed lock is a single part; a circuit board costs more, so get a price first.

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Can you do it yourself?

Easy

About 10 minutes

Before you start

  • Heavy: get someone to help you tilt it.

What to check, in order

  1. Close the lid fully

    Make sure it's completely closed, then start the cycle again.

  2. Check the washer is level

    If it isn't, adjust the levelling legs.

When to call an engineer

If the lid doesn't lock after you start a cycle, Frigidaire says the lid lock or the circuit board may have failed. Within 30 days of installation, contact the installer; after that, schedule service.

Parts people end up buying

Only if the checks above point to a part. Match it to your model number first: it's on a label inside the door, around the door frame or on the back.

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Checked against

Last reviewed September 2026. Manufacturers update their pages, and your manual is the final word.

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