I am getting a thermistor error code on our LG dishwasher model # LDS5811ST. What is all involved in repairing this? Am i able to repair this myself? I need to keep my expenses as small as possible right now and I also refuse to invest very much money into this very disappointing and very likely last LG appliance. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Cheers! Steve

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In older units prior to mar 07 LG has had a problem with wires getting stuck in the insulation and breaking. Remove door panel and check for broken wires. (turn off power) Check for continuity splice and put insulation in between. This is most likely the problem.

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per instructions in other's posts, I removed door panel, but no wires broken, so called LG and local authorized LG repair and they tell me motor sub-assembly needs replacement, cost $160 for parts, $200 for labor, which is making a new dishwasher look attractive.

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You should check for that the pump motor turn freely. You will have to remove the sump cover in the bottom of the dishwasher and manually turn the pump impeller. (note: screw holding the impeller on the motor shaft is a left hand thread) There may be an object there or at the cutting blade a bit lower down that is preventing the motor from turning. Motor should turn easily, smoothly, and quietly. There have been issues with magnets in the motor windings cracking, resulting in hard to turn or noisy motors. Also, models produced with serial numbers 501KW_____ to 702KW_____ may have wiring which has become embedded in the door insulation material, softening the wiring insulation, and causing a short to the motor. The fix for that is to replace the wiring harness and outer door liner with one with a different type of insulation. (not much fun to do)

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OE is a drainage problem...check for twist or obstruction in drain hose .. make sure filter screen is clear... Hope this helps..

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Follow up to previous post.I replaced my sum seal and other nec. gaskets and reassembled.The TE code is gone and dishwasher performs as designed.I hope this helps someone with one of these POS dishwashers.Thanks