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Customer Questions and Answers for Water Temperature Sensor by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18065667
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10467289

The Water Temperature Sensor is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This sensor ensures the water is reaching the proper temperature at each stage of the wash cycle. Note: The sensor does not include the seal W11590578. Order separately if needed. 

Causes of a bad temperature sensor can be failures over time due to mechanical wear, thermal stress on electronic components, or damage from leaks/flooding inside the unit.

Symptoms of a bad water temperature sensor include:

  • Inability to switch between wash steps or advance through the cycle
  • Erratic or inconsistent temperature readings
  • Failure alarms or error codes displayed
  • Improper or incomplete washing even on high heat settings

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models. 

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Andrew for Model Number EXPW10467289 Washer Temperature Sensor

Hello, I was disconnecting the connector to the temp sensor and with no effort at all, the wires disconnected from the connector that you use to plug in the temp sensor. Is there any way to put the wires back into the white connector? Or will I have to replace the whole wiring for the temp connector? Does this make any sense? The wires that connect to the connector were pulled out. Can I splice a new connector to the wires? Someone help me please !

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Andrew, it is possible to put the wires back in place if the retaining clips have not broken off of the wire terminals. If the retaining clips that hold the wires into the connector are intact, they can be opened to cause them to grip onto the connector end and secure them back in place. If there has been any damage or missing retainer clips, then the recommended procedure would be to replace the wiring.

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Sue,

Check the wiring between the temp sensor and the control board and make sure all wiring is connected properly. If this checks ok then the temp sensor would be the most likely cause.

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Hello Eric,
I'm sorry but if you cannot replace the connectors for the sensor with two 1/4 inch spade connectors to reconnect them, you will have to purchase the complete lower wiring harness for the unit. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

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Hello Rich. If the water temperature sensor (NTC) value is out of range
(23°F to 217°F [-5°C to 103°C]) during the water-heating step
of the WASH cycle. At room temp, you were reading very high on the sensor. It needs to be replaced.

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Mike,

If the sensor checks ok then you would want to check the wiring between the sensor and the board. If this checks ok then the issue will be a faulty main control board.

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Will Schaefer for Model Number WFW8400TW02

Hello, I have looked everywhere for the part I need but cannot find. The water temperature sensor code appeared on my washing machine. I opened the back and the wire connecting to the wire harness had severed. I attempted to strip the insulation cover of the wire and insert the wire back into the harness but the harness seems to be crimped and does not allow me to put the wire back into the harness. Every part supply I call and every website, including yours, does not offer the wire harness ONLY. Can you help me? Thanks!

Will Schaefer for Model Number WFW8400TW02

Hello, I have looked everywhere for the part I need but cannot find. The water temperature sensor code appeared on my washing machine. I opened the back and the wire connecting to the wire harness had severed. I attempted to strip the insulation cover of the wire and insert the wire back into the harness but the harness seems to be crimped and does not allow me to put the wire back into the harness. Every part supply I call and every website, including yours, does not offer the wire harness ONLY. Can you help me? Thanks!

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Will, If you cannot repair the temperature sensor wire, you'll need to order the main wire harness W10184856 / WPW10184856 . The sensor wire harness isn't available as a separate component. In some cases, some servicers have removed the wire terminals, and soldered the wire directly to the terminals on the sensor. Just be very careful, you coukld damage the sensor if you overheat it. .

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Chris for Model Number GHW9150PW1

Hi, the washer does not stop putting water into the washer for long (it pauses occasionally. I looked for a water level sensor, and two sensors are mentioned, but I can only find one. My thinking is the washer is attempting to stabilize the temperature by adding water, but am unsure. Temperature sensor shows an open line from my meter, but the washer periodically sends 4.5 volts DC down the line from what I can tell. Any hints would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Chris,

If water is continuing to come into the unit while the unit is running after it is full then the issue would be more likely that the water valve is not fully closing and may need a new valve. The other issue could be a faulty control board. the unit should only have water come in at the beginning of the cycle and at the rinse cycle.

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