Whirlpool · Cooktops
Whirlpool Cooktop F03: Touch Control Communication
THE SHORT ANSWER
The touch-control module has an internal communication error.
F03: The touch-control module has an internal communication error.
Record the complete F03 display before resetting the cooktop.
Let the surface cool. Do not lift the cooktop or access internal wiring.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- The display reports F03.
UNDERSTAND THE POSSIBILITIES
Causes & useful observations
A code identifies a condition. It does not, by itself, confirm which part needs repair.
| Possible cause | What to look for | Safe check / next step |
|---|---|---|
| Touch Control CommunicationService may be needed | Do not confuse F03 with a temperature setting or a residual-heat indicator. | Have a qualified technician diagnose the reported system; the display does not identify a replacement part. |
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
If the appliance and its surroundings are dry and undamaged, disconnect power at the appropriate breaker for one minute, then restore it.
What to noteObserve whether the code returns.
Give the service provider F03, the model number, and when the message appeared.
What to noteThe reported system can be diagnosed for this model.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
Before choosing instructions
Match the appliance family and complete display to the source; an identical code on another appliance can mean something different.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Request service if F03 remains or returns after the supported checks.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- F03 - Electric Cooktop
Whirlpool · Manufacturer support · Checked
Code meaning and Possible Solutions — Whirlpool electric or induction cooktops covered by the cited support article.