Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeFAE5 / F10E5
ApplianceDishwasher
On a built-in Whirlpool dishwasher, FAE5 (sometimes F10E5) is tied to a leaking diverter. The response in the manual is brief.
What to do, in order
Inspect the space beneath the dishwasher for any wet spots and tighten up your view of the water connections: each one needs to be secure.
Press Cancel twice.
See whether a fresh cycle will start.
If the error shows again, book a service visit.
Related codes
FAE4 (F10E4) concerns the valve itself rather than a leak.
F8E4 is about a protection fault that involves the water supply.
Whirlpool dishwasher repair in San Francisco
If FAE5 or F10E5 keeps coming back, a technician visit is the next step through Whirlpool dishwasher repair in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Call (415) 687-4102 with the code, the model number, and a note on any water you spotted beneath the unit.
Model compatibility: 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.
Plain language
What this code means
FAE5, also shown as F10E5, lists a diverter leak as the potential cause.
Important safety warning. 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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