Model reference

Maytag MRT118FFFM00

Refrigerator

5 documents7 error codes1 service mode

Available documentation

Service Manual

Service and Wiring Sheet3 pg
Covers this model

Tech Sheet

Tech Sheet - W11511780 - Rev A6 pg
Covers this model

Tech Tip

Instruction Sheet2 pg
Covers this model
Door Swing Reversal2 pg
Covers this model
certificateofconformity-w10339973-reva.pdf1 pg
Covers this model

MyPros+ Max

Diagnose your Maytag MRT118FFFM00.

Step-by-step diagnostics from the service manual
Test values, resistance specs, and wiring references
Verified part numbers when replacement is needed

Start diagnosing

$29/month · Cancel anytime · Or $9.95 3-day pass

M+

M+ Max·Maytag Refrigerator

DEFROST SENSOR on my Maytag MRT118FFFM00

M+

Defrost thermistor sensor failure

From Tech Sheet W16615557, p.49:

1.Access service mode to confirm the active fault code and read stored error history.

2.Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance. Expected: 10 kΩ to 12 kΩ at 77°F (25°C).

3.Check the sensor harness for opens. A reading outside 5 kΩ to 50 kΩ indicates a failed sensor.

Part WP8577274

Temperature thermistor

Error codes (7)

CodeMeaning

DEFROST SENSORDefrost thermistor sensor failure detected during service diagnostics.MAIN BOARDMain control board failure detected during service diagnostics mode.MAIN BOARD + DEFROST SENSORMain control board and defrost thermistor sensor have both failed.MAIN BOARD + RC SENSORMain control board and refrigerator compartment thermistor sensor have both…MULTIPLE FAILURESMore than one failure detected; the major failure is displayed first when…RC & DEFROST SENSORBoth refrigerator compartment and defrost thermistor sensors have failed.RC SENSORRefrigerator compartment thermistor sensor failure detected during service…

Service modes (1)

Service Diagnostics Mode["Set unit to minimum temperature setting (D9 on).","Press SW1 and hold door switch for 5…

Full entry steps, exit procedures, and test sequences are available in Max.

Related Maytag refrigerator models

78,000+ service manuals · 160,000+ error codes · 55+ brands

$29/month · Cancel anytime · Or $9.95 3-day pass