LG · Dryer Moderate

TE — Thermistor / temperature sensor error

Thermistor / temperature sensor error.

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Typical cost
$10-25
Verified against
lg.com ↗

The fix

Thermistor

Thermistor / temperature sensor error

$10-25 moderate difficulty 45 min Tools: screwdriver, nut driver, multimeter

Diagnose first: Most often a failed thermistor in the blower housing; check vent for lint blockage before replacing parts.

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Didn't resolve it? Next suspect: Thermal fuse ($10-20)

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How to fix it

  1. Most often a failed thermistor in the blower housing; check vent for lint blockage before replacing parts.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the thermistor (typical cost $10-25, about 45 min, moderate DIY).
  3. Still throwing TE? Test the thermal fuse next ($10-20).

Why it happens

Typical signs: TE shown on the display · Thermistor / temperature sensor error

  • Most likely: Thermistor Most often a failed thermistor in the blower housing; check vent for lint blockage before replacing parts.
  • Next most likely: Thermal fuse If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

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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: lg.com.