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Whirlpool Dishwasher FAE4 or F10E4 Code Diverter Valve Error

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Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Code overview at a glance.

The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.

Error code FAE4 / F10E4
Appliance Dishwasher
Content status Verified
Quick answer

FAE4 (also F10E4) names the diverter valve on built-in Whirlpool dishwashers. A reset is the only troubleshooting listed.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so FAE4 / F10E4 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

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What this code may mean.

A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.

FAE4 (F10E4) names a diverter valve error as a potential cause.

FAE4 and F10E4: one fault, two displays

Built-in Whirlpool dishwashers may show this fault as FAE4 or as F10E4. The potential cause given is a diverter valve error, and the troubleshooting is simply to cycle power.

The reset, step by step

  1. Cut power to the dishwasher for 30 seconds. Unplug it, or switch off its breaker at the home electrical panel if it is hard wired.
  2. Restore the power.
  3. Look at the display to see whether the code has returned.

Related faults

A leak at the same part is described under FAE5 or F10E5. For drain trouble, see F9E1.

Dishwasher repair in the SC service area

Service center customers in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas may call (844) 968-2053. Give the displayed code, the model number and your reset result. More on dishwasher repair is available.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: FAE4 or F10E4 Dishwasher

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Safety warning before you continue.

Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.

Important

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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