Maytag Range Error Code 5Ab

The 5Ab code on a Maytag range indicates that Sabbath Mode is active. This is a status indicator, not a fault code. When Sabbath Mode is on, all oven functions are disabled and the interior oven light is disconnected from the door switch so it will not turn on when the door opens. Deactivating Sabbath Mode through the control panel will return the range to normal operation.

The range is not malfunctioning when 5Ab is displayed, so there is no safety hazard associated with the code itself. However, because Sabbath Mode disables the controls, you will not be able to operate the oven until the mode is deactivated. Do not attempt to force the range to operate while in Sabbath Mode.

There is no repair cost associated with the 5Ab code because it indicates a mode setting, not a broken component. Deactivating Sabbath Mode is something the homeowner can do at no cost using the control panel. If a technician is called out before Sabbath Mode is identified as the cause, you may incur a standard diagnostic service call fee, which typically ranges from $75 to $150 depending on your location and service provider.

To clear the 5Ab code, you need to deactivate Sabbath Mode using the control panel key sequence specified for your specific model. Refer to your range's use and care guide for the exact button combination. Once Sabbath Mode is turned off, all functions including the oven light will be restored and the 5Ab display will disappear.

A standard power reset by unplugging the range or cycling the breaker will not necessarily clear the 5Ab code, as Sabbath Mode is a programmed control state that persists through power interruptions on many models. The correct way to clear the code is to follow the Sabbath Mode deactivation sequence on the control panel. Check your model's documentation for the specific steps.