What tE5 (EVA In Thermistor Error) Means
tE5 indicates an EVA In Thermistor Error, per LG's Styler Help Library error-code list - a fault with the sensor monitoring the evaporator inlet temperature, part of the Styler's heat-pump-style drying system.
Common Causes of tE5 (EVA In Thermistor Error)
- Evaporator-inlet thermistor has failed or lost contact
- Sensor wiring fault
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
The unit will require a repair service, per LG's documentation.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- The evaporator is part of the same sealed heat-pump-style system as the compressor, and isn't a homeowner-serviceable component.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.