Electrolux Oven: not illuminating buttons

Professional Repair Guide

What is this symptom?

Is your Electrolux oven's control panel unresponsive? When powered on, the buttons and display backlights fail to illuminate, even though the oven seems to have power. This issue can stem from a faulty control board, damaged wiring, or moisture in the panel. Understanding these symptoms is crucial for effective troubleshooting.

Urgency: Medium

Important Tips for Electrolux Models

Some Electrolux models may have display boards or panels that are no longer manufactured, making replacement difficult or expensive. (UpFix

Possible Causes

Faulty electronic control/display board

How to Identify: Buttons do not light up; display remains dark even though oven has power and other functions may be working. Some posts note display board defects cause weak or no illumination. (UpFix

Part: Main control board / display board

Loose or damaged ribbon cable / wiring to control panel

How to Identify: Intermittent or no illumination; buttons may be unresponsive or flicker when panel is tapped. Typical in control panel issues. (UpFix

Part: Control panel ribbon cable / connectors

Moisture or contamination inside control panel

How to Identify: Buttons might have stopped lighting after cleaning or spill; internal corrosion visible upon disassembly. (UpFix

Part: Control panel internal circuitry

Blown internal fuse or power distribution fault

How to Identify: No control panel lights along with other electrical symptoms like oven not heating. Limited community references. (UpFix

Part: Internal oven fuse / power supply circuit

DIY Solutions

Power Reset to Attempt Control Board Reboot

Easy 5â€“10 minutes

Turn off power to the oven at the circuit breaker or unplug it.
Wait 5â€“10 minutes to allow residual charge to dissipate.
Restore power and check if the control panel lights up.

⚠️ Safety First: Ensure the oven is disconnected from power before attempting reset.

Inspect and Reseat Control Panel Ribbon Cable

Moderate 20â€“40 minutes

Tools Needed: Screwdriver set, Flashlight

Disconnect oven power at the breaker.
Remove screws securing the control panel to access the ribbon cable.
Carefully disconnect and inspect the ribbon cable for damage or corrosion.
Reseat the ribbon cable securely and reassemble the control panel.
Restore power and test illumination.

⚠️ Safety First: Ensure power is fully disconnected before opening control panel.

Professional Repairs

Replace Main Control / Display Board

Estimated Cost: $150 - $450

Control Panel Assembly Replacement

Estimated Cost: $120 - $300

When to Call a Professional

The control panel remains unlit after attempted DIY resets and cable reseating.

Visible damage or corrosion inside control electronics.

Replacement parts are hard to access or require soldered connections.

Preventive Maintenance

Keep control panel clean and dry: Moisture-related control panel failures
Frequency: monthly

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Electrolux Oven not illuminating buttons?

The likely causes include a faulty control/display board, damaged wiring, or moisture in the control panel.

How do I fix Electrolux Oven not illuminating buttons myself?

Try a power reset by turning off the oven at the circuit breaker for 5-10 minutes, or inspect the control panel's ribbon cable.

How much does it cost to fix not illuminating buttons?

Professional repairs range from $120 to $450, depending on whether you need a control board or panel replacement.

When should I call a technician for not illuminating buttons?

If DIY solutions do not resolve the issue or if you're uncomfortable handling electrical components, it's best to call a technician.

Community Analytical Insights

Analysis based on real user discussions from appliance repair communities

Can I Fix This Myself?

65%

DIY Success Rate Difficulty: Either

Common Issues Reported by Users

Faulty control board
Burnt out indicator light bulbs
Loose or damaged wiring connections

User Suggested Solutions

Inspect the control board for any visible damage or burnt components. If damaged, replace the control board. Ensure the oven is unplugged before starting this process.
Check the indicator light bulbs. If they are burnt out, replace them with new bulbs. This typically involves removing the oven's front panel to access the bulbs.
Examine the wiring connections for any signs of looseness or damage. Secure any loose connections and replace damaged wires if necessary.