GE · Washing Machine
GE Washing Machine E004 Error Code
Water inlet valve problem
What this error means
E004 indicates the inlet valve circuit failed—valves not opening, stuck open, or not reporting correctly.
Common causes
- Closed supply valves
- Clogged inlet screens
- Stuck-open solenoid
- Failed valve coil
Step-by-step fixes
- 1Open hot and cold valves fully
- 2Rinse inlet screens into bucket
- 3Watch for fill through door glass
- 4Shut off water if tub fills while unplugged
When to call a technician
Strong flow at hoses with no fill needs inlet valve WH13X26534 or equivalent.
Affected models
- GE GFW550SSNWW
- GE GFW850SPNRS
- GE GFW650SSNWW
Easy10 min