LG Dryer · Code dE / d E

LG Dryer dE code: Door open error

The dryer thinks the door is not fully closed, so it will not start or it stops mid-cycle.

Most common causes

  1. Clothing caught in the door
  2. Lint filter not fully pushed in
  3. Door out of alignment or worn latch
  4. Faulty door switch

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Open the door, clear any clothing from the opening and close it firmly
  2. Push the lint filter all the way into its slot
  3. Unplug the dryer, hold Start for 5 seconds, plug back in and try again

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: lg.com · appliancepartspros.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does dE mean on a LG Dryer?

The dryer thinks the door is not fully closed, so it will not start or it stops mid-cycle.

Can I clear the dE code myself?

Try these first: Open the door, clear any clothing from the opening and close it firmly Push the lint filter all the way into its slot Unplug the dryer, hold Start for 5 seconds, plug back in and try again Call a technician if the door closes properly but the dryer still shows dE.

How much does it cost to fix a dE code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other LG Dryer codes

d90 · Vent blockage warning (Flow Sense)nP · No power to heatertE1 · Temperature sensor errorF0 · Lint filter not in placegAS · No gas supply (gas dryers)HS · Moisture sensor errorPF · Power failurePS · Power supply errortE2 · Temperature sensor error (cold conditions)

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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