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Maytag Microwave display not working

If your Maytag microwave display is not working, start by testing the control panel. If none of the buttons respond correctly and the screen is blank, the control module is the most likely cause and may need replacement. On models without a separate display board, a defective touchpad and control panel can cause the microwave screen not working symptom. If the display is dark only in certain areas or has missing segments, the display board is more commonly at fault. A completely blank clock display may be caused by either the display board or the main control board. Next, confirm the microwave is plugged in and test the wall receptacle with another small appliance. Check the circuit breaker if the outlet has no power. If the control board has power but the digital display remains out, the control board may be defective. Enter your Maytag microwave model number to find the exact replacement control module, touchpad, main control board, or display board for your appliance. Any repair that requires opening the outer cabinet must be handled carefully because the high-voltage capacitor can store a lethal charge even after the microwave is unplugged. Proper capacitor discharge is required before interior work, and a qualified technician should perform the repair if you are not familiar with that procedure.

01 - Maytag Microwave Touchpad and Control Panel

If the microwave does not have a separate display board, then the display not working is likely caused by a defective touchpad and control panel.
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02 - Maytag Microwave Control Module

A malfunctioning display could be caused by a defective control module. Try pressing each of the buttons on the control panel. If none of the buttons are responding correctly, it is likely the control module is defective and will need to be replaced.
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03 - Maytag Microwave Main Control Board

If the display goes out partially, the display board is more commonly at fault. If the display isn’t working at all, either the main control board or the display board could be at fault.
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04 - Maytag Microwave Display Board

If the display isn’t working at all, either the main control board or the display board could be at fault. If the display goes out partially, the display board is more commonly at fault.
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05 - Incoming Power Problem

Confirm the microwave is plugged in and there is power at the wall receptacle. You can plug another small appliance into the receptacle to confirm there is power. If there is no power, confirm the circuit breaker has not tripped.
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06 - Maytag Microwave Control Board

Since the control board is a part of the digital display, a defective board could be responsible for a microwave display not working, if the control board has power to it but the display is not working replace the control board.
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07 - Power reset

A microwave display not working may be due to a power outage or power surge. Full operation can sometimes be restored through a power reset by either unplugging the unit's power cord for a few minutes and then plugging it back in or switching off the circuit breaker for the microwave then switching it back on.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Maytag microwave display not working even though it has power?
What causes a Maytag microwave screen to be blank or missing display segments?
How can I test a Maytag microwave display or control board with a multimeter?
Why are my Maytag microwave buttons not working along with the display?
How do I find the correct Maytag microwave display board or control panel replacement part?