WHIRLPOOL · MAYTAGWASHER

Whirlpool & Maytag · Washing machine

Whirlpool F5E1 error code

Door or lid switch fault

The washer can't read the switch that tells it the door or lid is closed.

Same code on Maytag.

Worth repairing?

Worth fixing

Door and lid switches are cheap parts.

Can you do it yourself?

Easy

About 5 minutes

Before you start

  • Unplug it before you touch anything inside.

What to check, in order

  1. Close it fully

    Make sure clothing or leftover packing material isn't blocking the switch.

  2. Unplug for 5 minutes

    Then plug back in and try again.

When to call an engineer

If it continues, 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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