Whirlpool dishwasher Error Code F0 E4

Water Inlet Valve Defective

What does F0 E4 mean?

Inlet valve solenoid open or shorted.

Common causes

Diagnostic & testing steps

  1. 1. Test inlet valve coil (~1000-1500 ohms)
  2. 2. Verify 120VAC at valve during fill
  3. 3. Replace inlet valve

Tools required

OEM parts & part numbers

Water Inlet Valve

Part numbers: W10866538

Safety warning

⚠️ Turn off water supply before replacing valve.

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