KitchenAid Dishwasher Code FAE5 or F10E5: diverter leak, water under the dishwasher

What FAE5 or F10E5 means

On KitchenAid built-in dishwashers with the F#E# control, such as the KDTE204KPS and KDPM604KPS, FAE5 or F10E5 is described as a diverter leak. It also means water is present under the dishwasher, and the cycle ends. LED models flash ten, then five. The published steps are to check for leaks, secure connections, press Cancel twice and start a new cycle.

Common causes of FAE5 or F10E5

A leak at the diverter dripping into the base.
A loose connection under the dishwasher.
Water that collected in the base from another joint.

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Turn off the water supply and switch off power. 2. Look for water under and around the dishwasher without removing panels. 3. Dry the area and check that connections look snug. 4. Restore water and power, press Cancel twice and start a new cycle. 5. If the code returns, stop and call us.

! Why to stop there

Leaks damage floors and cabinets quickly.
Locating the source takes tools and testing.
The quote is written first and the repair 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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Is FAE5 only a diverter leak?

It is described as a diverter leak, and also as water present under the dishwasher. The sensing sees water in the base, and the diverter is the first place we check.

What does pressing Cancel twice do?

It resets the cycle after you have dried the area and checked connections, so a new cycle can start. If the code returns, the leak is still there.

How do you fix it?

We find the leak, repair or replace the leaking part, and give a price in writing first. The repair carries a 30-day warranty. Seals and hoses are the usual suspects.