Frigidaire oven F31 code: oven sensor shorted

The oven temperature sensor reads as shorted, so the control cannot judge the oven temperature. The usual cause is a failed sensor or a pinched or melted sensor wire behind the oven.

Likely causes

Listed from most to least common.

1. Failed oven temperature sensor
2. Pinched or melted sensor wiring
3. Sensor wire touching the oven cabinet
4. Faulty electronic oven control

How to fix the F31 code

Unplug the oven or switch it off at the breaker before removing any panel or filter.

1. 1

   Step 1: Let the oven cool

   Turn the oven off and wait until it is fully cool.

2. 2

   Step 2: Reset the power

   Switch the range off at the circuit breaker for 30 seconds, then turn it back on.

3. 3

   Step 3: Look at the sensor

   With the power off, check that the sensor rod on the back wall is straight and not touching the oven wall.

You'll need: Flashlight.

Parts that may need replacing

Check your model number on the label inside the door or on the back before ordering.

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When to call a technician

If F31 comes back after a reset, the sensor or its wiring harness is shorted. A technician can test and replace it.

A typical repair for this code costs $150–$300 in the US, including parts and labor. Prices vary by area and model.

Models this applies to

• Gallery electric and gas ranges
• Professional ranges and wall ovens
• Standard freestanding ranges with electronic oven control

Codes can differ slightly between models. Your owner's manual is the final word and is available from Frigidaire support.

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