IE
LG Washing Machine
Urgency
✓ Low
Easy to resolve
Repair difficulty
🔧 Competent DIY
Some experience required
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For information purposes only. Always consult a qualified engineer before attempting repairs. 🔌 Unplug your appliance before any inspection or repair.

What does the LG IE error code mean?

IE (Inlet Error) means LG’s machine is not filling with water quickly enough. This mirrors Samsung’s 4E code. The most common UK causes are a turned-off or restricted water tap, a kinked inlet hose, or a clogged inlet filter mesh.

How to fix the LG IE error code

  1. Confirm the cold water supply tap behind the machine is fully open.
  2. Inspect the inlet hose for any kinks or compression.
  3. Turn off the tap and disconnect the inlet hose from the machine. Inside the water inlet port you will see a small mesh filter — clean this under running water if it is blocked with limescale or debris.
  4. Reconnect, open the tap, and restart.
  5. If your home has consistently low water pressure, you may need a plumber to assess the supply — minimum pressure for LG machines is typically 0.5 bar.

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🎯 What is likely causing this fault?

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Supply issue (tap/pressure) 50%
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Inlet valve 25%
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Filter blockage 15%
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Flow sensor 10%

⚠️ Estimates based on common faults — not a guaranteed diagnosis. Always verify before ordering parts.

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Parts you may need

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Usually found on a label inside the door frame or on the back panel of the machine.

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Part Approx. UK Cost Find it
Inlet Filter Mesh £3 - £10
Inlet Filter Mesh £5 - £15
Inlet Valve £15 - £30
Inlet Valve £15 - £30

ℹ️ Prices are approximate. Always check the part number matches your model before ordering. Not sure of your model number? Find out how to locate it here.