✨ LG WASHER (LE) ERROR - Easy DIY Fix ✨

[@charlesmiles85]

Amazing thank you, we started with the sensor first since it was the cheapest fix and the rest of the parts seemed fine. That fixed it, just a bad sensor!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

That is Awesome 😊

[@robp123451]

lol, never saw an appliance repairman fix a washer in dress shoes and slacks. Been doing this 28 years, there's always a first!

[@xkas]

Thanks my friend,My washing machine had a problem with sensor rpm rotor. I replace with new part and work it perfect. 12€ total cost! Ι am waiting from my wife a big surprise :))))

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

That’s what I love to hear❤️😊

[@colomacountry]

I found that video oddly therapeutic...thank you. Must be the tinkerer in me.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Glad you enjoyed it!😊

[@bumpie1234]

I had a hard time opening the bolt. Fortunately your screw driver trick saved my day, thanks a lot!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Awesome, Thank you

[@miami1911]

Same here. I was like how am I supposed to remove bolt if it keeps spinning lol.

[@yvettemiller1732]

Thank you so much for this video it was awesome and so easy to follow. My son and I were able to do the fix and now my washer is back to working again. Great video!!!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Nice job Yvette. That’s fun to fix things with your son😊

[@ShuminZhai]

Thank you! I watched many other videos and tried quite a few things, to no avail. I was ready to give it up given the generally reported 10-year life-span for such machines. I made a last-ditch attempt after watching this video, ordered a HAL sensor on eBay (half the price than on Amazon), replaced the old sensor it worked! So glad I did not have to recycle such a big machine. A mistake I made at one point was to use liquid lock when I suspected the thread loss being the problem. It wasn't but then I could not take it apart again without damaging the plastic rotator. Fortunately that part was not too expensive. In total I spent about $50 (on Amason and eBay) for the two parts, and a week of wait.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Very impressive 😊

[@edwalee]

Thank you for this video. It helped me fix my LG washer with the same error by replacing the load sensor.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Excellent!😊😊

[@lehbot82]

Thank you very much. For you it seems to be simple but for people like me you give confidence for opening the machine and try to fix this by yourself. Very nice!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks so much Lehbot, I really do want to help give the viewers confidence .

[@lehbot82]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel and it worked !! The replacement part arrived today and the washing machine is circling again. :-)

[@learnwithdinosaurs-funscie911]

That is Great News, Thank you😊😊😊

[@robert3325]

Very well explained.❤ Thanks for sharing, good Kudos to you.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

So nice of you😊😊😊

[@JosephTosey]

Amazing - this was my machine’s problem! Easy fix!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thank you

[@scaryguy101]

Super helpful video. I just replaced the rotor. I have some questions though because the machine still gives the LE error...and now also getting a PF error. When doing a full load after replacing the rotor, the washing machine kept giving the LE error and the PF error. I took out 1 sweats and 1 sweater and it stopped giving the LE error. However, when on the spin cycle I can hear a metallic hitting clanking sound as it ramps up in speed and comes down. I'm not sure what I need to replace at this point. With no load it spins at 118 rpm during spin test phase. Is this just a full replace at this point or can is this a way to fix this by myself?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I think it’s the rear bearing that’s worn out.

[@pranjalahire6485]

Great video with lot of helpful info.... I am also facing same LE error....it takes very less amount of load than actual capacity...slight increase in load turn outs in error ...so we run machine 2 times to finish the laundry....No rubbing noise ....nut was changed and tightened by technician...but still same error

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I think the plastic spines on the rotor are shot and it’s time for a new rotor.

[@appliancerepairamerican]

Great video Scott. I like how you described the 3 possible causes instead of going straight to the Hall sensor. Thank you for sharing. I always learn from your informative videos

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your support 😊😊😊

[@johnnieblaze1974]

Then your not that old I remember a repair man coming to fix my parents washer in the 80's in dress shoes and slacks with a button up shirt.

[@AlejandraHinojosa-w2e]

Ok I’m about to open up my washer. Wish me luck lol. I haven’t ordered any parts so it’ll take a while lol

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

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[@shawoo]

Thank you. I replaced the sensor and my machine was fixed.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Awesome, Thank you

[@rexcampbell3137]

Thank you for the advice! It worked! The Sensor was the problem. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Awesome, thank you 😊

[@MyNameIsNatureBoy]

Had LE error. Replaced the HAL sensor and the issue got worse. The wiring harness connecting the sensor and motor to the washer frame ended up being the problem. The problem was at the zip tie. One wire was almost broken and others weren’t far behind.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Nice detective work 😊

[@allanjameson3711]

How did you get it into test mode? My model is WM3050CM

[@juslookin3]

Because you replaced the whole motor, with the Hall sensor, I'm unsure of the diagnosis. To get the LE error, I'd think that the spindle was not turning the rotor completely. You did mention a ratcheting sound. For clarification, did the splines look truly stripped--as opposed to just worn--as if the rotor wasn't rotating 100% with the spindle? Also, for clarification, the stator didn't need replacement?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Try the hall sensor first. It’s cheap.

[@juslookin3]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel Thanks. For my GE washer. WPGT9350COWW, officially, the sensor is considered part of the stator, and wasn't sold separately by GE when they still sold parts for this 20 y/o washer. However, a guy online said that an LG sensor is compatible. (An eBay seller also sells an LG inverter board as compatible with my washer.) There's no part number on my sensor. I can't find a trustworthy source online to confirm such compatibility assertions. What is your reference for such part cross-brand compatibility? More specifically, if you have reliable source that I can't see, can you tell me the part number for the sensor I need to replace? It's important when original parts are no longer available or much more expensive than possible different compatible parts. Thank you.

[@phabian42ify]

What website did you use to order the new parts?

[@ziccos.312]

Hi, i have one direсtion motion and some sound. I have removed motor it is so hot. How I can check for sure? Or just buy new and thats all? Thanks for reply.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Can you send that same question to my email? At: [e-mail]

[@eljin_2004]

I might have the same issue with my lg washer LE error. I just wanted to ask where can I buy these parts you did on this video? Any help would be appreciated. I'm in UK though.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

The UK Amazon.com will have it👍

[@richardtaylor8128]

Question: I have replaced the rotor, wire housing and the sensor and I still get the error. One other piece of info, after changing the rotor and sensor, I heard the grind and received the error again after about 15 mins, however I was able to do spin/rinse cycle all the way through with no grind noise, but still eventually received the error, so I ordered the wires and replaced that Today, still receiving the error. Could I be missing something else with this code or maybe as I reassembled the machine, missed a crucial step? Any insight would be great. Great video to follow by the way.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks Richard, Can you send me a video of the washer during spin? [e-mail]

[@richardtaylor8128]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel Thanks for the response. Will do Tomorrow afternoon and send it. Thanks in advance

[@richardtaylor8128]

email sent

[@talldude4394]

Did you solve the issue?

[@nutkizzle]

So what happened? What fixed it?

[@slow_carsgarage7422]

How do u put it in test mode?

[@rhettrob3916]

LG WM2050CW. Washer will drain and spin just fine clockwise and counterclockwise BUT makes some noise during initial load sensing phase and then will give LE error code. Is that more likely the HAL sensor or …? Thanks.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Can you send a video of that noise to: [e-mail]

[@BransBowler]

I am curious what the findings were here?

[@rhettrob3916]

@@BransBowler It has been eight weeks and the washer is still not fixed. I replaced the HAL sensor but that was not it. I have a home warranty policy so that company has sent a technician over four different times.

[@MPStuck66]

Is there supposed to be a styrofoam piece in the back of the washer? I see one on mine, and am not sure it is supposed to be there.

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Can you send me a picture of the styrofoam to [e-mail]

[@sayyedmaheboob949]

Good technician nice job wash mech

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thank you

[@patriciadetrell9920]

Gracias

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

De Nada😊

[@kevinsouthgate2865]

I have the LE error on my machine and its not working for me, Any ideas of alternarive fixes?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Hi Kevin, Please click here to contact me for more detailed help: calendly.com/scottthefixitguy/advice-for-fixing-your-appliance

[@PAULLONDEN]

Bought me the latest "LG Direct Drive 8 kilo Inverter" I thought a normal Cotton wash ,rinsing, centrifuging should last not longer than one hour. Yet when I choose a normal "cotton" wash , the digits on the panel show "5 : 35" , that's over 5 hours ! Did me a few washes and I had to stop the machine since it was stuck at the first washing cycle for over two hours. ! How do I set the time for a regular 3 kilo "Cotton" wash ?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Wow, That seems way too long. Maybe the computer is sensing that water can’t come in fast enough due to an obstructed inlet valve. I would pull the fuel hoses off the back and see if the screens are clogged.

[@PAULLONDEN]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel Used it just 4 times . Some other wash programs show more realistic times of just over or under one hour. There are two programs that demand for over four hours. Although a regular cotton wash shows a realistic time of just over an hour. Although warranty probably passed over two years , shall have to ring for a mechanic from the shop it came from , "Media Market" Rotterdam ,Holland. Thanks .

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks Paul, The computer is calculating longer than normal times maybe because the water is not coming in fast enough or it may be having trouble heating the water hot enough so the computer is allowing more time to do the cycle

[@chuckwebb7564]

We have same problem with same machine. Parts list and diagram?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Hi Chuck, Can you check searspartsdirect.com and put in your model number?

[@dcosprings]

The lower harness could have a broken wire or a prob with the stator has one circuit at higher resistance all three stator circuits should be identical.... Can be read from the control

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks Dan, Excellent info.

[@CityOfParis93]

merci pour l'aide

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Monifique👍👍👍

[@MsMaddara]

I replaced the sensor 5 times already. The first time the replacement lasted 1 year, the last only 1 month. Any tips what to do?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Strange, I wonder if the rotor is bent and is hitting the hall sensor?

[@brendangair2023]

Wish I’d seen this video a couple years ago, finally got tired of UE load error and sold the unit last week…

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I hope you can fix it👍

[@YumEspressoYum]

Thank you so much for these videos! -- so my sink was clogged up and once I fixed my kitchen sink my dishwasher was giving me an OE error, which I fixed by pulling out the dishwasher and drying it underneath, but now the OE code is gone and im facing an LE error code!!! :( :( Help!!! OE is gone and now LE error won't leave...

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[@M.Danish.qureshi]

same error in my lg machine but when i open motor there is no hal sensor i though may be sensor is another side but there is no any sensor only one connector for motor but error is same LE

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Can you send me a picture of that motor to [e-mail]

[@M.Danish.qureshi]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel i try to send you email but its fail all time

[@ElektronikelAcoustics]

yoo bro le error is hall sensor error, if the controler doesn't know possiton of the rotor it can cause that sound

[@notill2399]

I have a LG with the exact same symptoms. You replaced 2 different parts. Which one was the culprit? My splines don't seem stripped. Thanks!

[@notill2399]

Wiring harness coming off the motor fixed mine. Sensor was fine.

[@dmindel101072]

Would you recommend purchasing these parts pre-owned or is it absolutely necessary to order them brand new?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I would go brand new👍

[@romeodobra8988]

Tank you!

[@grampsyah]

Can’t you buy just the hall / rotor sensor?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

You can, usually you just need a new hall sensor.

[@pjmclenon]

hello i repl;aced the RPS a bout 1 month ago and it worked fine till yeserday after i opnly put 2 towels and i got the LE error code again and i called LG and they said remove the 2 towels and i stillget the LE error code and i did a power reset and i still get the LE error code

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I think it’s a broken wire between the RPS and the controller up top. Many times the break is actually not seen because the plastic coating covers the broken wire. You can use a continuity tester to test both ends of each wire that goes between the RPS And the controller.

[@pjmclenon]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel --hello i removed the 17mm bolt from the main drum rotor i think its called and i checked the plastic teeth gears and and i pushed the drum in further to be sure it set properly and then put back the 17mm blt and its working again Lisa--thx for the reply--

[@stldigitalmemories]

Where did you get the motor? It was not in the Amazon link. Thanks.

[@bkhorshidi1]

Thanks for your video. I have the same issue with mine as well. Can you please tell me where you purchased the rotor and inter part? Thanks

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Here you are: amzn.to/33Rl6FQ

[@billlee7744]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel this page isn’t available any longer. Any other suggestions?

[@stantonmackellar48]

You indicate that the error was caused by a stripped splines. Why did you replace the stater and not just the HAL sensor?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

It’s good to go for the hall sensor 1st since it’s cheap and easy to replace and solves 70% of LE errors. This one had stripped plastic splines on the rotor . So, the rotor needed replacement.

[@martinlewis1015]

My LG direct drive washing mach had LE error, so I replaced sensor as no ohms readings. When I fixed It works but now there is a grinding noise but not all the time. Also the timer gets stuck i.e set to 30min cool wash 30deg but when 8 min left it just kept running and had to be turned off. And noticed a faint burning smell, not electronics more rubber.? Any help?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I think the new sensor is rubbing against the rotor😬

[@martinlewis1015]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel update. New sensor worked but now all I get is CE error which I think is main circuit board, video on youtube show strip unit down completely . I like to play fixing things but dad just bought a new second hand machine from Moores

[@peterbeier793]

I am getting an LE code on my washer as well. The copper on that inner shaft has some rust on it, could this be an issue and that the copper piece needs replaced? Also I have a green wire coming down that isn’t connected to anything, i am assuming this is an earth ground? Not 100% sure, but sensor looks fine and no wobble. Do you have any idea on this?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Hi Peter, Can you send photos of that to [e-mail]

[@yousefabuali6433]

I replaced the sensor and it worked only for 2days then again, LE error appeared. What should I do?

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

How does it sound during spin? Is it getting really loud during spin?

[@gusgonzalez8167]

Spines Wear off because heavy loads used on wrong cycles and overload when more than one family uses it,like a Apartment Washer,but it's not made For industrial usage,lol

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

That is so true Gus👍 just made for sheets, towels and clothes. No bathroom mats or dog beds.

[@davidcarroll6540]

What about error code E6 >>>>>>>>???

[@NZStu]

You know the saying about laundry equipment eating socks? Well my LE error was from a sock that got between the stainless drum and plastic tub Not an electric issue just a mechanical blockage. With the stator off if you feel a blockage when you rotate the drum by hand it may be a sock like mine. Use a flashlight look for fabric in the drum holes

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Great idea Stuart, You can remove the heater element to be able to fish out the sock.

[@brandonfrentrup]

I changed out the hall sensor, and the suspension rods and it's still giving an LE error

[@brandonfrentrup]

And I changed out the plastic coupling because it was cracked. Still get LE Error Code

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I’m sorry to hear that, Can you send me an email to: [e-mail]

[@boknows8936]

Opened door and drum seems loose? Suggestions? Thanks

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Could be 17 mm bolt on the back is loose or could be a broken spider bracket.

[@boknows8936]

Scottthefixitguy bolt was tight, ordered rotor position sensor, if still getting LE error, will look for spider videos, unless not worth time $ to fix? 🤷🏼‍♂️also, was really hot in back after taking access plate off, just wish getting parts didnt take soooooooo long, 2 weeks washer down, clothes/towels piling up 🤣

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Yep, can you send me a video of you spinning the spin basket by hand and also showing you lifting the silver spin basket up and down to show how loose it is to : [e-mail]

[@kehax]

Are you replacing this on warranty? It is my understanding that LG has 10 year international warranty on that motor.

[@vilentlycalm6869]

unless you live in a small town where they require you to find your own mechanic, which is over 55 miles away, pay for the travel, all the work they have to do and the warranty ONLY covers THE PART that may need to be replaced which can be bought on amazon for 9$ I will be more than happy to do the repairs myself

[@kehax]

@@vilentlycalm6869 I'm sorry, but I do not really catch where you are going with your reply. It does not answer my question.

[@NicBroo]

@@vilentlycalm6869 so basically their 10 year warranty on the motor is a way to get people to think this is somehow superior to anything else out there, or as though they stand behind their product, when in reality they don't. At all. It still cost us almost the same as if there was no 10 year motor warranty. The service call fee, the pricey LG technician rate to fix anything wrong with the motor, on a 5 year old machine, was incredibly frustrating after buying what was supposed to be one of their top of the line machines. I'm mad that I fell for it. We faced either paying hundreds to LG to repair/replace the motor, with no guarantees on how much we'd end up spending on repairs and service calls in the end to get the machine to run for another few years, or we had to scrap on a 5 year old, VERY expensive washer, and replace it with new. The motor was not the first issue we had with this washer, and while I LOVED my pedestal washer underneath, I don't think I can ever feel comfy with the risk of another LG appliance. My recent Whirlpool experience was that they were much more accessible, cooperative and reasonably priced for repair issues, compared to LG.

[@SaravananG-v2j]

Good

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

Thanks👍

[@rudyestrera1832]

hi , why my WM4370HKA does not have a sensor

[@vicentepuma1]

Rudy Estrera hello Rudy mine does not have the sensor too, can you share how it went went with yours.?

[@jeffrey7708]

Maybe it means Life's Extinct instead of life's good

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

😂😂😂😂

[@mammburundamulelo9469]

Hi am experiencing the same problem and I open it only to find out that the sensor and the motor Stator are all damaged. I tried to look for those part in Amazon but can't find them. Am using LG WD-14366TD. Please help.

[@juslookin3]

Plastic splines seem ridiculously cheap!

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I would buy the hall sensor and the middle plastic splines. They’re cheap and that should fix it.

[@juslookin3]

@@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel Thanks. I meant that LG was cheap not to manufacture this with metal splines.

[@mercedaguilar8996]

What if the nut is not loose

[@ScottTheFixItGuyChannel]

I would replace the Hall sensor which is at about 7:00 on the stator, under the rotor.

[@aliseydi2858]

Goodiob

[@n3Me5i2v2]

Mo

[@jwtru2life]

Funny