Maytag · Dishwasher Serious

F8E2 — Fill Valve Electric Error

The control detected an electrical fault in the water inlet (fill) valve circuit — the valve's coil or its wiring. This is not a detergent dispenser fault.

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

  1. Unplug the dishwasher (or shut it off at the breaker) before opening the lower access panel.
  2. Locate the water inlet valve at the bottom front and check that its wiring connector is fully seated.
  3. Inspect the harness from the valve to the control board for pinches, cuts, or corrosion.
  4. With power off, test the inlet valve solenoid's resistance with a multimeter against the tech sheet spec.
  5. Replace the inlet valve if the coil is open or out of spec.
  6. If the valve tests good, have a technician check the control board's fill-valve driver circuit.

Why it happens

Typical signs: F8E2 code displayed · Dishwasher won't fill with water, or fill is erratic · Cycle stops early · No water-intake sound when the cycle should be filling

  • Failed water inlet valve solenoid Coil is open or shorted so the control can't energize the valve correctly.
  • Disconnected or damaged inlet valve wiring The connector at the valve or control board has come loose or corroded.
  • Pinched or cut inlet valve wire Wire damaged during a prior service visit or by a sharp panel edge.
  • Failed control board fill-valve output Rare — the driver circuit on the board has failed.

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.

  • Maytag dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement
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Frequently asked questions

What does the F8E2 code mean on a Maytag dishwasher?

The control detected an electrical fault in the water inlet (fill) valve circuit — the valve's coil or its wiring. This is not a detergent dispenser fault.

What causes the F8E2 code on a Maytag dishwasher?

Failed water inlet valve solenoid: Coil is open or shorted so the control can't energize the valve correctly. Disconnected or damaged inlet valve wiring: The connector at the valve or control board has come loose or corroded. Pinched or cut inlet valve wire: Wire damaged during a prior service visit or by a sharp panel edge.

Is it safe to keep using a Maytag dishwasher with a F8E2 error?

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

How do I fix F8E2 on a Maytag dishwasher?

Unplug the dishwasher (or shut it off at the breaker) before opening the lower access panel. Locate the water inlet valve at the bottom front and check that its wiring connector is fully seated. Inspect the harness from the valve to the control board for pinches, cuts, or corrosion.

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.