LG washer Error Code IE

Water Inlet Error

What does IE mean?

Washer not filling with water within 8 minutes.

Common causes

Diagnostic & testing steps

  1. 1. Check both hot and cold water valves are open
  2. 2. Inspect fill hoses for kinks
  3. 3. Clean inlet valve screens
  4. 4. Test water pressure - should be 14.5-116 PSI
  5. 5. Test inlet valve solenoids with multimeter

Tools required

OEM parts & part numbers

Water Inlet Valve, Inlet Screens

Part numbers: 5220FR2075L, 5231FA2006P

Safety warning

⚠️ Turn off water before disconnecting hoses

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