Written by
Elena Marsh Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeC2
ApplianceDishwasher
Reading C2
The control raises C2 on a Kenmore 363 electronic-control dishwasher when the tub holds its water for over 7 minutes. Something is obstructing the way out, so the checks move step by step from the sink toward the pump.
What to check
Sink drain: start there and clear any clog you find.
Drain hose: unplug the dishwasher and remove whatever is blocking the hose.
Hose condition: a damaged hose gets replaced.
Drain pump: a clogged pump is cleared; a damaged one is replaced.
Repair for Kenmore dishwashers around San Francisco
When C2 is still showing after the drain path is clear, our team can send a technician to Kenmore dishwashers in San Francisco and across the Bay Area. Call (415) 825-6393 or see Kenmore dishwasher repair, and mention C2, the model number and the checks you finished.
Model compatibility: Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so C2 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
C2 reports that draining took longer than 7 minutes.
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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