LGDRYER

LG · Tumble dryer

LG tE1 error code

Temperature sensor fault

The dryer has found a problem with its thermistor, the sensor that measures the temperature. LG lists tE3 with the same meaning and the same fix.

Also shown as tE3

Worth repairing?

Worth fixing

If the reset doesn't clear it, a thermistor is an inexpensive part next to a new dryer.

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Can you do it yourself?

Tricky

1 minute to reset

Before you start

  • Unplug it before you touch anything inside.

What to do

  1. Reset it

    Unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker. While the power is off, press and hold Start/Pause for 5 seconds. Then restore the power and try another cycle.

When to call an engineer

If the code comes back after the reset, LG says the dryer needs service.

A repair visit will usually check the sensor's reading with a meter, then its wiring.

Before you book
  • Note the model and serial number. They're on a label inside the door, around the door frame or on the back.
  • Write down the exact code, and what the appliance was doing when it appeared.
  • Check whether it's still under warranty. If it is, the repair may cost you nothing.

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

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