What LE / lE / tE / dc / E2 (402-prefix) Means
A cluster of 402-prefix Kenmore front-load codes that are easy to confuse on a small display: LE for the water level dropping below the reset level mid-cycle, lE for the level sensor itself failing, tE for water temperature out of range, dc for an unbalanced load in the final spin, and E2 for a stuck button.
Common Causes of LE / lE / tE / dc / E2 (402-prefix)
- A leak letting the tub level fall during the wash
- A failed level sensor or a blocked sensing hose
- Laundry bunched on one side of the drum at spin
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
For dc, redistribute the load and restart; for E2, press each key firmly in turn and wipe the console dry; for LE, look underneath for signs of a leak, since a falling level usually means water is going somewhere.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- A falling water level means water is leaving the tub somewhere, and running further cycles spreads it across the floor.
- Upper and lower case letters matter on this platform, and LE and lE are different faults with different parts.
- A console key that will not free up sits on a membrane with live wiring behind it.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.