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KitchenAid Dishwasher FA E5 / F10 E5 Error Code

KitchenAid identifies FA E5 or F10 E5 as a diverter-leak condition. The documented owner checks are limited to looking for leaks, confirming visible water connections are secure, clearing the code with Cancel, and requesting service if it returns.

Applies to KitchenAid dishwasher using the documented F/E or H2O display family

What the appliance detected

Detected condition

The dishwasher detected a diverter-leak condition on a supported model.

What may contribute

Possible causes

  • A leak may be present beneath the dishwasher or at a visible water connection.
  • The dishwasher detected a condition associated with the diverter area.
  • A persistent diverter, seal, sump, hose, wiring, or control issue may require service.

Start conservatively

Safe preliminary checks

Work in order and stop whenever a step is not supported by the documentation for your model.

  1. Stop and inspect for visible leaking

    • Photograph FA E5 or F10 E5 and record the full model number.
    • If active leaking is visible, shut off the dishwasher water supply and stop using the appliance.

  2. Check only accessible water connections

    • Look for dripping at visible supply and drain connections without removing service panels.
    • Do not reach into the base or diverter area.

  3. Clear the code once with normal controls

    • KitchenAid documents pressing Cancel twice before trying a new cycle when no unsafe leak remains.
    • If the code returns, stop and schedule service.

Actions not recommended

  • Do not continue operating with an unexplained leak.
  • Do not remove the lower service panel or access the diverter, sump, seals, wiring, or control.
  • Do not replace a diverter or seal from this code alone.

When to stop and request service

  • FA E5 or F10 E5 returns after visible connections are checked and the code is cleared once.
  • Water is visible under the dishwasher or the leak source is not obvious.
  • Internal diverter, sump, seal, hose, wiring, or control diagnosis is required.

Documented source

Official information reviewed

Our summary is based on manufacturer support material and stays within the limits of that material.

Source reviewed by Appliance Help HQ: September 23, 2026.

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