Kenmore Range Error Code F3-E3

The F3-E3 code means the oven detected an out-of-range high temperature during a self-clean cycle because the bake element failed to turn off when commanded. The oven shuts down as a safety precaution when this condition is detected. The problem is traced to either a damaged wiring harness or a failed control board that cannot properly open the bake element circuit.

Because the F3-E3 code indicates the bake element may not shut off when commanded, using the oven, especially the self-clean function, carries a risk of uncontrolled overheating. Normal baking could also be affected if the element cannot be properly cycled on and off. It is best to avoid using the oven until the wiring and control board have been inspected and the faulty component replaced.

Repair costs vary depending on which component has failed. A wiring harness replacement is generally the less expensive repair, while a control board replacement typically costs more for both parts and labor. Total repair costs including professional labor can range from around $150 to $450 or more depending on parts pricing and the technician's rates in your area.

You can clear the stored F3-E3 code using manual diagnostics screen 5, but simply resetting the code does not fix the underlying problem. If the bake element relay or wiring harness is faulty, the fault will return and the oven may overheat again. It is not safe to run the self-clean cycle until the root cause has been diagnosed and repaired.

The repair starts by using the manual diagnostics screens to toggle the bake element on and off and observe whether it responds correctly. If the element does not turn off, you trace the wiring harness from the control board to the bake element and inspect it for damage or shorts. A damaged harness should be replaced, and if the harness is intact the control board itself needs to be replaced.