Cuisinart Display Backlight or LCD Failure

Display is very dim or unreadable, but grill still heats.

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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

Aging display, Moisture damage, Loose display connector, Voltage regulator issue on control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the grill before accessing the control panel.

  • Step 1 – Shade the display: Confirm that the issue is not just glare from sunlight. Check visibility in shade.
  • Step 2 – Inspect connections: Remove the controller and reseat the display connector or ribbon cable on the control board.
  • Step 3 – Replace control board: If the display remains dim or blank while the grill operates, replace the control board or display module with a Cuisinart‑compatible part.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Board
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