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LG Washing Machine Error Code tE: Temperature sensor (thermistor) error
Applies to LG washing machines that show tE on the display.
The heating thermistor is faulty, so the washer cannot trust its water temperature readings.
What this code means
The thermistor's readings drive heating decisions. When the readings are open-circuit, shorted, or implausible, the machine stops heating and shows tE.
The manufacturer's checks, in order
- Power the machine off at the outlet for a few minutes, then restart and run a cycle.
A returning tE needs a technician — the thermistor or its wiring has to be tested and replaced.
Parts involved in this fault
| Part | Why it is involved | Typical price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacement sensor (model-specific) | Sensors are model-specific — match the part number to your exact model. | $10-$40 | Check priceaffiliate slot |
Error codes are not shared between brands. On Samsung washing machines, tE is the “Temperature sensor error” fault — see Samsung tE explained. Always read a code against your own brand's list.
Related LG washing machine codes
IE — Water inlet errorOE — Drain (water outlet) errorUE — Unbalanced load errorLE — Locked motor errordE — Door lock errorPE — Water level (pressure) sensor error
Source & provenance. The meaning, the checks and their order, and the service line on this page are restated from LG official support — “[LG Top Load Washer] Error Code List”, “[LG WashTower] Error Code Resolution Guide” and “How to Troubleshoot Common LG Washing Machine Error Codes” (source), read on 2026-11-06. No forum content, no invented repair steps, and nothing involving gas, refrigerant or mains wiring. Where the manufacturer says to request service, this page stops too.