LG identifies IE as a water-inlet error: the tub did not fill to an adequate level within the expected time.
What IE means
LG identifies IE as a water-inlet error: the tub did not fill to an adequate level within the expected time.
What you may notice
- The cycle pauses near the start
- Little or no water enters
- The display shows IE
- The inlet may hum without filling
Most likely causes
- 01A supply faucet is closed
- 02A fill hose is kinked or frozen
- 03An inlet screen is restricted
- 04Household water pressure is low
- 05The inlet valve needs service
Safe checks, in order
Start with the simplest non-invasive check. Stop as soon as the error clears; repeated resets can hide a condition without correcting it.
Open both faucets
Confirm the hot and cold supplies are fully open.
Inspect the hoses
Straighten kinks and check for freezing or damage.
Check household flow
Verify nearby fixtures have normal water pressure.
Inspect inlet screens
Turn off water and power before checking the user-accessible screens.
Know where to stop
Unplug the washer and close both water valves before disconnecting a hose. Stop if a connection leaks.
When to call a technician or support
Request LG service if water pressure is normal, screens are clear, and IE returns.
When you call, have the exact product or vehicle model, model year where relevant, the complete code or symbol, and when it appeared.
Where this information came from
We use the manufacturer's current published guidance as the starting point, then organize it into a safer, beginner-friendly sequence.
LG USA Support — washer error-code list Source last checked August 16, 2026. Manufacturer instructions and model manuals take priority over this independent summary.