LG Oven / Range · Code F3 / F-3

LG Oven / Range F3 code: Touch pad key error

The control senses that a touch pad key is stuck on, typically for a minute or more. The range may beep or stop accepting commands.

Most common causes

  1. Grease, moisture or residue on the control panel
  2. Shorted key in the touch pad
  3. Damaged cable or wiring to the keypad
  4. Control board fault

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Wipe the control panel with a dry microfiber cloth to remove grease and moisture
  2. Turn the range's circuit breaker off for 30 seconds, then back on

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

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

Quick answers

What does F3 mean on a LG Oven / Range?

The control senses that a touch pad key is stuck on, typically for a minute or more. The range may beep or stop accepting commands.

Can I clear the F3 code myself?

Try these first: Wipe the control panel with a dry microfiber cloth to remove grease and moisture Turn the range's circuit breaker off for 30 seconds, then back on Call a technician if F3 returns after cleaning and a reset; the touch pad or control board may need replacement.

How much does it cost to fix a F3 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 Oven / Range codes

F9 · Oven not heating properlyF1 · Oven temperature sensor errorF10 · Door lock failureF11 · Communication errorPF · Power interruption

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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