Kenmore · Washing Machine
Kenmore Washing Machine F3 Error Code
Pressure sensor circuit shorted
What this error means
F3 means the Suds Control Circuit or pressure transducer on the Central Control Unit reads a short. Water level detection fails and the washer may stop fill or drain steps immediately.
Common causes
- Pressure hose pushed too far onto the CCU stem causing an air leak
- Water trapped inside the clear pressure tube from a prior overflow
- Pinched hose between the tub ring and cabinet
- Failed pressure transducer integrated into the CCU
Step-by-step fixes
- 1Remove the pressure hose and blow through it to confirm it is open
- 2Reattach with a snug fit without bottoming the hose on the board stem
- 3Inspect the tub air dome port for detergent crust
- 4Run a short fill cycle and listen for normal water level changes
When to call a technician
A clear, intact hose with recurring F3 during normal fill requires CCU replacement—the transducer is not field-serviceable.
Affected models
- Kenmore Elite 41382 31102
- Kenmore Elite 41952 99111
- Kenmore 22202 90002
Medium30 min