Electrolux Range Error Code 1,3

Error code 1,3 on an Electrolux range means the oven temperature probe circuit is open. The electronic control board is not receiving a valid resistance signal from the temperature probe, which should measure between 1050 and 1100 ohms at room temperature. The oven disables its heating functions when this code appears to prevent uncontrolled temperatures. The probe itself or its wiring harness is most often the source of the problem.

The oven functions are not safe to use while error code 1,3 is active. Without a working temperature probe, the control board cannot regulate oven heat, which creates a risk of overheating. The surface burners on a gas or electric range may still operate normally, but the oven should not be used until the fault is resolved.

Resetting the range by cutting power at the breaker or unplugging it for a few minutes may temporarily clear the error code display, but it will return as soon as the control board re-checks the probe circuit. Because 1,3 indicates a hardware fault, either an open circuit in the probe or a wiring issue, the underlying problem must be physically repaired before the code will stay cleared.

A knowledgeable DIYer can diagnose this error with a basic multimeter by testing the oven temperature probe resistance at its terminals. If the probe reads outside 1050 to 1100 ohms, replacing the probe is a straightforward repair involving disconnecting the old sensor and installing a new one. Wiring harness inspection and connector cleaning are also DIY-friendly tasks. Replacing the electronic control board is more involved but still within reach for someone comfortable working with appliance electronics.

If only the oven temperature probe needs replacement, parts typically range from $20 to $60 depending on the model, making it one of the more affordable oven repairs. Professional labor to diagnose and replace the probe generally adds $75 to $150. If the electronic control board is at fault, board replacement parts can range from $100 to $300 or more, with labor increasing the total cost accordingly.