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Whirlpool Dishwasher FAE5 or F10E5 Code Diverter Leak

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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 FAE5 / F10E5
Appliance Dishwasher
Content status Verified
Quick answer

The FAE5 or F10E5 display on Whirlpool built-in dishwashers refers to a diverter leak. Inspect, clear and retry.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so FAE5 / F10E5 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.

FAE5 (F10E5) refers to a diverter leak.

What FAE5 or F10E5 reports

This code means a diverter leak, according to Whirlpool’s help text for built-in dishwashers. The unit may show it as FAE5 or as F10E5.

Inspect, clear, retry

First check beneath the dishwasher for leaks, and confirm that all of its water connections are secure. Next press “Cancel” twice, then attempt a new cycle. Should the error appear again, the next move is to schedule service.

Codes in the same family

The valve-side partner of this fault is FAE4 or F10E4. Water-supply protection is the topic of F8E4.

Dishwasher repair from the SC service center

Whether you are in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles or San Diego metro areas, call (844) 968-2053. Read out the code and model number and mention anything wet under the unit. See dishwasher repair.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: FAE5 or F10E5 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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