F3
Stoves Open or shorted oven temperature sensor circuit

Oven displays F3 and may stop heating; often appears shortly after starting a bake cycle.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Open oven temperature sensor, Shorted oven temperature sensor, Broken sensor wiring harness, Loose or corroded sensor connector at control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker before accessing the rear or control area.

  • Access the sensor: Locate the oven temperature sensor inside the cavity (rear wall). Remove the mounting screws and gently pull the sensor forward to access the connector.
  • Test the sensor: Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance with a multimeter. At room temperature, expect ~1050–1100 Ω. If reading is infinite (open) or very low (short), replace the sensor.
  • Check harness continuity: If the sensor tests good, check continuity from the sensor connector to the control board connector using a multimeter. Repair or replace any damaged wiring.
  • Inspect connectors: Clean any oxidized or loose terminals at both the sensor and control board. Reseat connectors firmly.
  • Replace control if needed: If sensor and wiring are good but F3 persists, the EOC sensor input circuit may be faulty and the control board should be replaced.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Oven Temperature Sensor
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