F41
Whirlpool
Motor Control Unit Failure
Washer shows F41, motor control or drive system error on some models.
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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
Defective motor control board, shorted motor, wiring harness fault between CCU and MCU
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer.
Step-by-step:
- Inspect wiring: Check harness between CCU, MCU, and motor.
- Test motor: Verify motor windings are within spec and not shorted to ground.
- Replace MCU: If motor and wiring are good, replace the motor control board.
When to call a technician: This is an advanced repair best left to professionals.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Motor Control Board (MCU)
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