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KitchenAid Dishwasher F6E2 — Water Inlet Valve Electrical Fault

KitchenAid Dishwasher · Error code F6E2

What F6E2 Means

The control detects an electrical problem in the water inlet valve circuit — open winding, short, or wiring fault.

Symptoms

  • No water fill
  • Cycle aborts almost immediately
  • F6E2 displayed / 6 flashes, 2 flashes

Common Causes

1
Failed water inlet valve solenoid

Open or shorted coil winding.

2
Damaged wiring harness

Chafed wire or pulled connector to the valve.

3
Failed main control board

Triac driving the valve is shorted or open.

How to Fix It

  1. Power off at the breaker.
  2. Pull the dishwasher forward to access the valve under the front kick panel.
  3. Disconnect the harness and test valve coil resistance with a multimeter (typical ~500-1500 ohms).
  4. Inspect the harness from the valve to the main control board for damage.
  5. Replace the water inlet valve if the coil reads open or shorted.
  6. If the valve and harness check good, replace the main control board.

Parts You May Need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Common replacement KitchenAid dishwasher water inlet valve View on Amazon→ Common replacement KitchenAid dishwasher main control board View on Amazon→

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Verified against manufacturer documentation: kitchenaid.com

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.