Maytag · Dishwasher Serious

F7E2 — Wash Motor (Circulation Pump) Failure

The main circulation pump motor either won't spin, is drawing wrong current, or its tachometer feedback is missing. No or weak wash spray.

Keep using it?
Limited use only
DIY difficulty
Hard
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How to fix it

  1. Power off at the breaker.
  2. Remove the spray arms, filters, and sump cover; inspect the pump impeller through the sump opening.
  3. Clear any debris from the impeller area and rotate it by hand — it should spin freely.
  4. Pull the kickplate and inspect the circulation pump harness for burn marks or loose connectors.
  5. If the pump won't run in Service Diagnostics and wiring is good, replace the circulation pump motor (heavier job — usually pull the unit out).
  6. After repair, verify both spray arms produce strong flow on a Normal cycle.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Quiet cycle with no spray · Dishes come out untouched · Humming from under the tub · Cycle takes much longer than usual

  • Failed circulation pump motor Open winding or seized impeller.
  • Object lodged in pump impeller Glass, toothpick, or olive pit blocking rotation.
  • Failed motor control / inverter on ACU Variable-speed pumps driven by board electronics.
  • Wiring harness fault to pump Burn or open in the pump's high-current connector.

Parts you may need

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Frequently asked questions

What does the F7E2 code mean on a Maytag dishwasher?

The main circulation pump motor either won't spin, is drawing wrong current, or its tachometer feedback is missing. No or weak wash spray.

What causes the F7E2 code on a Maytag dishwasher?

Failed circulation pump motor: Open winding or seized impeller. Object lodged in pump impeller: Glass, toothpick, or olive pit blocking rotation. Failed motor control / inverter on ACU: Variable-speed pumps driven by board electronics.

Is it safe to keep using a Maytag dishwasher with a F7E2 error?

Limited use only. This is rated a serious-severity fault.

How do I fix F7E2 on a Maytag dishwasher?

Power off at the breaker. Remove the spray arms, filters, and sump cover; inspect the pump impeller through the sump opening. Clear any debris from the impeller area and rotate it by hand — it should spin freely.

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: producthelp.maytag.com.