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Maytag Oven F3E1 — Oven Temperature Sensor Shorted

Maytag Oven · Error code F3E1

What F3E1 Means

The oven temperature sensor circuit is shorted. The control reads an impossibly low resistance and disables heat.

Symptoms

  • F3E1 displayed
  • No heating element activity
  • Code returns immediately after reset

Common Causes

1
Shorted temperature sensor

Internal short in the RTD probe.

2
Pinched / shorted sensor harness

Sensor wires pinched against cavity insulation or chassis.

3
Failed EOC

Control board input is shorted internally.

How to Fix It

  1. Disconnect power.
  2. Disconnect sensor at the EOC and measure resistance at the sensor leads.
  3. Replace the sensor if it reads near zero.
  4. Inspect the harness routing for pinch points or melted insulation.
  5. If both are good, replace the electronic oven control.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

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More Maytag Oven Codes

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: maytag.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.