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Kenmore Elite Range F045 Error Code

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code F045 on Range — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of F045 for Kenmore Range — confirm the model series before you act.

Lena Hart Written by Lena Hart Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Error code F045
Appliance Range
Quick answer

Cooling fan speed too low. Here is what the owner's manual says to check on a Kenmore range.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so F045 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

Plain language

What this code means

Cooling fan speed too low.

F045 means the cooling fan speed is too low. The code is listed for Kenmore Elite electric slide-in ranges, models 790.4131, 790.4255 and 790.5256.

What the manual says to do

  1. Disconnect electrical power to the range.
  2. Look at the cooling fan blades for a blockage and clear it. Replace the cooling fan if the blades are damaged.
  3. If the blades are fine and free, check the wiring harness between the cooling fan and the relay control board. Reconnect loose wires and repair broken ones.
  4. With sound connections, replace the cooling fan.
  5. If the problem continues, replace the relay control board.

Related codes

  • F046 is the opposite fault, cooling fan speed too high.
  • F050 is about the oven door switch and lock switch.

Need Kenmore range repair in Los Angeles?

Call (310) 554-8899 for Kenmore range repair in Los Angeles. Mention F045, the range model number and what you changed or checked so far. The range repair page explains the service.

Source: Kenmore Elite 790 electric slide-in range error code reference

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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