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Bosch Washer Error Code E02: Meaning and Fix

E02
How E02 appears on a Bosch washer display.
Representative Bosch washer part photo (a drain pump unit); the specific component for E02 (selector / program knob fault) was not photographed separately
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Reading the washer display

On a washer the code appears on the digital display or as a pattern of flashing cycle lights. Note it exactly, including any dashes or sub-codes, then unplug the washer for five minutes and run a short drain cycle to see whether it returns. Bosch shows the code with a leading E and a number on both dishwashers and washers.

Bosch (part of BSH Home Appliances) uses E-numbered codes on dishwashers and washers. Its dishwashers share control platforms with Thermador and Gaggenau, so the same fault can appear on those brands. The codes apply to model numbers such as SHPM65Z55N, SHE53T55UC and WAT28400UC; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes E02

How to fix it

  1. Press each button once, firmly, to free anything sticky, and wipe the panel with a barely damp cloth.
  2. Unplug the machine for five minutes and plug it back in.
  3. Turn the selector slowly through every position and watch for jumps in the readout.
  4. Open the console and check that the ribbon cable to the interface board is fully seated and dry.
  5. Look for liquid damage or burned tracks on the interface board.
  6. Replace the touch panel or UI board if the code persists after a reset.

Parts you may need

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Questions

What does error E02 mean on a Bosch washer?

The program selector reading is out of range or contradicts the display. Exact behavior can vary by model and software version; confirm against your own manual.

Can I keep using my washer while E02 is showing?

Usually yes if the buttons you need still respond, but erratic key signals can start or stop cycles on their own.

How do I clear E02, and can I fix it myself?

Cancel the program, switch the appliance off and leave it unplugged (or the breaker off) for about five minutes, then restart. The code only stays cleared if the underlying problem is fixed, so work through the steps above. Parts here involve electronics, heating or sealed components, so consider a qualified technician if the basic checks do not clear it.

Other Bosch washer codes

Representative Bosch washer part photo (a drain pump unit); the specific component for E13 (heating fault) was not photographed separatelyE13Heating faultBosch washer water inlet valve part photo, the component usually involved when E17 (water supply / fill fault) appearsE17Water supply / fill faultBosch washer drain pump part photo, the component usually involved when E18 (drain fault) appearsE18Drain faultRepresentative Bosch washer part photo (a drain pump unit); the specific component for E19 (heater fault (alternate)) was not photographed separatelyE19Heater fault (alternate)Bosch washer door seal part photo, the component usually involved when E23 (leak / water in the base) appearsE23Leak / water in the baseBosch washer shock absorber part photo, the component usually involved when E32 (unbalanced load) appearsE32Unbalanced load

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including WAT28400UC, WAT28402UC, WAW285H1UC, WAP24200UC.