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Maytag Dryer F6 E2 / F6 E3 Error Code
Communication failure between boards on Maytag dryers.
The main control board and the user interface have lost contact with each other. Sears PartsDirect says to check the harness between them first, then the interface or main board. A plug knocked loose during a move or repair can cause it.
Compatible models
Sears PartsDirect names the Maytag Centennial dryer for these codes.
Also shown as
Sears PartsDirect lists both codes for Centennial dryers.
Difficulty
Try the basic checks, but the usual fix is a technician's job.
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How to fix Maytag F6 E2 / F6 E3
Restart both boards
Unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker(s) for a minute. Bringing both boards back up together sometimes restores the link.
Tell the servicer about recent work
If the dryer was recently moved, stacked or repaired, mention it. A loose connector is a cheaper fix than a failed board.
When to call a technician
If the code returns, a technician has to check the harness and boards inside the console. Don't open the console yourself.
Parts linked to F6 E2 / F6 E3
These are the parts most often behind this code. Tap one to see what it does and the signs it is failing.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Maytag models show the F6 E2 / F6 E3 code?
Sears PartsDirect names the Maytag Centennial dryer for these codes.
Can I fix Maytag F6 E2 / F6 E3 myself?
Only the basic checks. You can safely try the steps above, but F6 E2 / F6 E3 usually points to a part or fault that needs a technician.
Other Maytag dryer codes
- AF / F4 E3Airflow restricted: check the lint screen and vent
- PFPower failure interrupted the cycle
- L2 / F4 E4Low or missing line voltage on an electric dryer
- ERRDoor isn't closed and latched
- F2 E1A control panel button is stuck
- F2 E4 / F2 E5Control panel internal fault
- F1 E1Main control board fault (motor relay)
- F1 E3 / F1 E4Control unit or wiring problem
- F3 E1Exhaust thermistor failure
- F3 E2Moisture sensor failure
- F3 E3Inlet thermistor failure
- F4 E1 / F4 E2Heater relay failure
- F7 E1Motor system error
Last reviewed 2026-10-20. Codes and steps can vary by model; check your owner's manual.