KitchenAid Dishwasher Code FAE4 or F10E4: diverter valve error

What FAE4 or F10E4 means

KitchenAid built-in dishwashers with the F#E# control, such as the KDTM404KPS and KDFE104HPS, show FAE4 or F10E4 for a diverter valve error. The diverter directs water to the correct spray arms. You see the code on the display, and the cycle may stop or wash poorly. Which of the two spellings appears depends on the model. Begin with one power cycle.

Common causes of FAE4 or F10E4

The diverter valve is not moving or reporting correctly.
A wiring or control issue to the diverter.
Debris interfering with the diverter movement.

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Power the dishwasher down at the breaker for half a minute and restore it. 2. Remove the lower rack and rinse the filter. 3. Check that spray arms spin freely. 4. Close the door and run a short cycle. 5. If FAE4 or F10E4 returns, stop and call us.

! Why to stop there

Diverter and motor must be tested to confirm what failed.
Poor water direction leaves dishes dirty.
You hold a written estimate before work, and repairs are guaranteed for 30 days.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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FAE4 or F10E4FAE4 or F10E4 questions

What does the diverter do?

It sends water to the right spray arms during the cycle. When it errors, the dishwasher cannot direct water properly and shows this code. It is sometimes spelled with an A and sometimes with a 10.

FAE4 or F10E4, which do I have?

They point to the same diverter error; the spelling depends on the model. We read what your display shows and test the diverter either way.

Can a power cycle fix it?

It can clear a one-time glitch. If the code comes back, the diverter assembly needs service. We quote in writing before any work. We confirm the part before ordering.