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How do you fix a GE oven F3 error?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

The F3 code on a GE oven indicates that the oven sensor is not working properly. This can be caused by a few different things, such as a faulty sensor, a loose wire connection, or a problem with the control board. If the oven is displaying the F3 code, it will be necessary to troubleshoot the problem to determine the cause and fix it.

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1. Check the oven sensor and make sure it is connected properly

  1. Open the oven door and check the sensor. If it is not connected properly, remove the sensor and connect it properly.
  2. Open the oven door and check the sensor. If it is not connected properly, remove the sensor and connect it properly.
  3. Turn on the oven and wait for the oven to reach the preheated temperature.
  4. Close the oven door and wait for the oven to reach the cooking temperature.
  5. Open the oven door and check the sensor. If it is not connected properly, remove the sensor and connect it properly.

2. Check the wiring to the oven sensor and make sure it is not loose

  1. Open the oven door and check for any obstructions in the sensor wiring. If the wiring is clear, proceed to step 2.
  2. If the wiring is obscured by obstructions, remove the obstructions using a wire brush or a vacuum cleaner.
  3. Check the wiring for any loose connections. If any connections are loose, tighten them using a wire brush or a screwdriver.
  4. Reinstall the oven sensor and check for any errors.

3. Check the oven temperature control and make sure it is set correctly

  1. Open the oven door and check the temperature on the oven control panel.
  2. If the temperature is too high or too low, turn the temperature control knob to the correct setting.
  3. Close the oven door and wait a few minutes for the oven to reach the correct temperature.
  4. If the oven still has an error, contact a professional to fix it.

4. Replace the oven sensor

  1. Turn off the oven and unplug it.
  2. Remove the bottom panel by gently prying it off.
  3. Locate the oven sensor and unclip it from the wires.
  4. Remove the old sensor and replace it with the new one.
  5. Reattach the wires and bottom panel.
  6. Turn on the oven and test the sensor.

5. Replace the oven control board

  1. Remove the oven control board by removing the two screws that attach it to the oven housing.
  2. Remove the old control board andreplace it with a new one.
  3. Reconnect the wires to the new control board and connect them to the appropriate connectors on the oven housing.
  4. Replace the screws that attach the control board to the oven housing.