Kenmore washer Error Code LE

Motor Error

What does LE mean?

Drive motor is locked or hall sensor failed.

Common causes

Hall sensor failure
Stator issue
Motor seized
Overloaded

Diagnostic & testing steps

1. Check for items between drums
2. Test hall sensor
3. Check stator windings
4. Inspect rotor

Tools required

Multimeter
Socket set

OEM parts & part numbers

Hall Sensor, Stator Assembly

Part numbers: 6501KW2001A, 4417EA1002Y

Safety warning

⚠️ Rotor magnets extremely strong

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