E13 — Water leak or air leak in pressure system
The control detected the water level dropping during a cycle, or air leaking from the pressure sensing system. Stop using the washer until verified — water on the floor can damage the floor or short the control.
- Keep using it?
- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Moderate
- Typical cost
- $10-25
- Verified against
- frigidaire.com ↗
The fix
Pressure switch hose (air bell tube)
Water leak detected or air leak in pressure sensor hose
Diagnose first: Inspect underside of washer for water. Cracked pressure hose at tub fitting is the typical cause; also check door boot and sump hose clamps.
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How to fix it
- Unplug the washer and pull it forward.
- Inspect under the machine with a flashlight for active drips and trace upward.
- Check the door bellows (front-load) for tears, especially the bottom fold.
- Verify the air dome tube to the pressure sensor is seated and crack-free.
- Tighten or replace any suspect hose clamps.
- Replace the leaking part — boot, hose, or tub seal.
Why it happens
Typical signs: Water on the floor · Suds visible under machine · Cycle stops unexpectedly · E13 flashes after fill
- Tub-to-pump hose leak or split Black drain hose between tub and pump cracks at the clamp.
- Door boot (bellows) tear Front-load gasket tears at the 6 o'clock position from coins/wires.
- Air dome tube cracked or disconnected Loss of air column gives a false low-level reading.
- Loose hose clamps Vibration loosens factory clamps over time.
- Cracked outer tub Less common — usually from a foreign object impact.
Other parts sometimes needed
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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: frigidaire.com.