LG Washing Machine Displays Error Code PE – How To Fix And Clear Error?

My LG front load washer shows the PE code. The washing machine was in the beginning of a wash cycle and PE displayed. I cannot find where it says the definition of the PE error code in the LG washer owners manual. The washer will not wash clothes until I can find what the PE error code means and how to fix it myself. What does the PE error code on an LG washing machine mean and what is the best way to fix it fast?

LG Washing Machine Displays Error Code PE
How To Fix And Clear Error

The LG Front Load Washing Machine PE Code indicates a WATER LEVEL PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH ERROR.

Try this first before replacing any parts or disassembling your LG washer:
– Unplug the washing machine for 1 minute.
– Plug the washing machine back into power.
– Restart the wash cycle.
– The washing machine may now have cleared the PE error code, if not see below…

There are usually 2 causes for the PE error code on LG front loading washers:

LG WASHER PE ERROR CODE – FIX METHOD #1
There Is A Wiring Problem From The Water Level Pressure Sensor Switch To The Main Control Board.
You will need to check the wiring harness that connects the water level pressure sensor to the main control board.
– Check for a loose wire harness, a damaged wire harness, or a burnt faulty wire.
– Check that you get continuity through the wire harness by checking it with a multimeter.
– If the wire harness from the water level pressure sensor to the main control board is found to be faulty, replace it.
– If you get continuity and the wiring harness is securely connected to both the water level pressure sensor and the main control board, then proceed to the step below…

LG Water Level Sensor Pressure Switch Location In Washer
Check wire harness – Check sensor for debris

LG WASHER PE ERROR CODE – FIX METHOD #2
Water Level Pressure Sensor Switch Is Faulty And Needs To Be Cleaned Or Removed And Replaced.
Most commonly, if the wire harness is secure, tight, and not damaged, the part that needs to be checked is the water level pressure sensor.
– First check to be sure the water level pressure sensor is not caked with hard water or other debris.
– If the water level pressure sensor is not clean, the PE error can display.
– Remove the water level pressure sensor from your LG washer and clean off any hard water or debris.
– Clean out the tube that connects to the
– If you found the water level pressure sensor was caked with debris and you have cleaned it, replace it back into the washer and run a test.
– If the washer runs without the PE error code displaying, the washer is fixed and the PE error has been cleared.
– If you find that the water level pressure sensor is faulty, remove it and replace with a new OEM part.

LG Electronics Washing Machine Water Level Sensor Pressure Switch

Replacing the water level pressure sensor simply involves locating the sensor in your LG washer. Remove it from the washer and replace it with a new genuine LG washer part. Test washer to be sure the PE error code has cleared and the washer is now working properly.

SEE VIDEO BELOW FOR LOCATION OF SENSOR/SWITCH AND HOW TO REPLACE…

LG Front Load Washer – How To Replace Water Pressure Sensor Switch?

Note: When troubleshooting your LG washer, remember to remove power to the washing machine to avoid injury.