Samsung · Washer Moderate

5E — Drain error (older code, same as 5C)

Drain error (older code, same as 5C).

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Typical cost
$40-80
Verified against
samsung.com ↗

The fix

Drain pump assembly

Drain error (older code, same as 5C)

$40-80 moderate difficulty 60 min Tools: screwdriver, pliers, towels

Diagnose first: Clean the debris filter first - it's the cause 80% of the time. Drain hose should rise no more than 96 inches.

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Didn't resolve it? Next suspect: Drain hose ($15-30)

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How to fix it

  1. Clean the debris filter first - it's the cause 80% of the time. Drain hose should rise no more than 96 inches.
  2. If diagnosis confirms the fault, replace the drain pump assembly (typical cost $40-80, about 60 min, moderate DIY).
  3. Still throwing 5E? Test the drain hose next ($15-30).

Why it happens

Typical signs: 5E shown on the display · Drain error (older code, same as 5C)

  • Most likely: Drain pump assembly Clean the debris filter first - it's the cause 80% of the time. Drain hose should rise no more than 96 inches.
  • Next most likely: Drain hose If the primary fix does not resolve the code, this is the next part to test.

More Samsung washer codes

3C 3C / 3E — Motor Fault 4C 4C / 4E — Water Supply Error 4C2 4C2 — Hot water connected to cold inlet 4E 4E — Water supply error (older code, same as 4C) 5C 5C / 5E / SC — Will Not Drain 8C 8C / 8E — Vibration (MEMS) Sensor Fault

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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: samsung.com.