On the covered LG dishwasher platform, F37 means the Auto Open Door feature does not function — LG's own wording. First, check there is nothing near the door interfering with it opening. LG says to ensure that there are no interferences near the door.
Differential
Likely causes of “LG dishwasher code F37”, and how to tell them apart
- 1
Something interfering with the door
What separates it The door cannot swing open at the end of the cycle
How to confirm LG says to ensure that there are no interferences near the door
- 2
A fault in the auto-open door components
What separates it Nothing blocks the door and F37 returns, which points to a fault in the auto-open door components
How to confirm LG says the issue may lie with the components that open the door automatically
- 3
A door that binds on its hinge or seal
What separates it The door drags or feels stiff when you swing it open by hand
How to confirm Swing the door open and shut by hand with the power off and note whether it binds at any point
Before you touch a setting
Record this first — changing settings destroys the evidence
- Whether anything sits near the door
- Whether the model has Auto Open Door
Try in this order
0 of 4 completedWhat to do first
ReversibleCheck there is nothing near the door interfering with it opening.
Correct only the documented fault domain
ReversibleIf nothing obstructs the door, LG directs the auto-open components to service.
Clear the door area
ReversibleEnsure there are no interferences near the door, such as a cabinet edge, a towel, a mat or a loose toe kick.
Open it by hand
ReversiblePull the door open manually and check that it moves freely.
Model-specific
What is true of this model and not of its siblings
- Parts named
- Auto open door components.
Evidence ledger
Sources behind this answer
Where the manufacturer's article stops. F37 applies only to models with Auto Open Door.
Exact questions
Common questions
What does F37 mean on a LG dishwasher?+
the Auto Open Door feature does not function — LG's own wording.
Can something near the door cause it?+
Yes; LG tells you to check for interference.
Should I pull the door open when F37 shows?+
Open it by hand only once the cycle has ended, and do not force it if it resists.