LG Dishwasher CL: What It Means and How to Fix It
Short answer
CL on a LG dishwasher means: not a fault: the control panel is locked. First step: Long-press the CL button(s) for 3 s to toggle.
Control lock
How to fix it
- 1Long-press the CL button(s) for 3 s to toggle.
- 2To unlock: long-press Half Load and Energy Saver for at least 3 s. The lock stays on after power-off.
Applies to: LG dishwashers
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Source
Based on LG's official error code information: LG UK – [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes. Last checked 2026-10-28. Codes and their meaning can differ by model and region; check your appliance's manual.
Frequently asked questions
What does LG dishwasher indicator CL mean?
Not a fault: the control panel is locked.
How do I fix CL on a LG dishwasher?
Long-press the CL button(s) for 3 s to toggle. To unlock: long-press Half Load and Energy Saver for at least 3 s. The lock stays on after power-off.