Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codedE3
ApplianceWasher
Two things usually stand behind dE3 on an LG SideKick pedestal washer, according to the owner’s manual: plastic film that was never taken off the lid, and clothing that sits in the lid’s path. In both cases the lid or door cannot latch.
Clearing the code
Pull the drawer open.
Look at the lid and make sure its plastic film has been peeled away. Film left behind can curl up and keep the door from closing.
Remove clothing or any other item that stops the lid from shutting.
Press the lid down firmly.
Start the cycle once more.
Where it applies
The manual lists dE3 for the SideKick pedestal washer only.
When dE3 persists, talk to our San Francisco crew about LG washer repair for the Bay Area at (415) 223-7887. Have the displayed code and your model number nearby, plus a note of what you removed from the lid area.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so dE3 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
dE3 on the SideKick pedestal washer means the lid or door did not latch.
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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