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BOSCH Appliance Repair in Amman, Zarqa & Salt

Bosch is a German brand known for precise engineering; its washers and dishwashers usually show error codes starting with E or F.

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BOSCH Washing Machines error codes

Code meanings as stated by the sources. A code is not a final diagnosis, and meanings vary by model and year.

Code	Meaning
`E16 / F16`	Door is open. ^[3]
`E17 / F17`	Water supply time exceeded. ^[1]
`E18 / F18`	Water is not draining. ^[2]
`E19 / F19`	Heating time exceeded. ^[3]
`E20 / F20`	Unexpected heating. ^[3]
`E23 / F23`	AquaStop hose has been activated. ^[3]
`E25 / F25`	Turbidity sensor issue. ^[3]
`E26 / F26`	Analogue pressure sensor issue. ^[3]
`F27`	Faulty pressure sensor. ^[3]
`E28 / F28`	Flow sensor issue. ^[3]

Some Bosch codes differ between markets. For E17 and E18 we used Bosch UAE, the closest to models sold in this region.

This table covers washing machines only. Codes for the brand's other appliances are different and not published yet.

Sources

Bosch UAE — Error E17 / F17 — Official manufacturer source
Bosch UAE — E18 in display — Official manufacturer source
Bosch Home (US) — Washing machine error codes — Official manufacturer source

Last reviewed: 2026-11-02

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Common BOSCH appliance faults

Awareness information to help you describe the problem. A final diagnosis requires inspecting the appliance.

Washing Machines

Washer not filling with water

Possible causes

Low water pressure or the tap is closed
Blocked or kinked inlet hose filter
Faulty water inlet valve
Water-level sensor issue

Parts that may be involved

Water inlet valveInlet hoseWater-level sensor

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Washer not draining

Possible causes

Blocked pump filter or drain hose
Faulty drain pump
Water-level sensor issue

Parts that may be involved

Drain pumpPump filterDrain hose

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Washer not spinning

Possible causes

Unbalanced load or a single heavy item
Motor or belt fault
Control board issue

Parts that may be involved

MotorDrive beltControl board

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Washer leaking water

Possible causes

Worn door seal
Cracked hose or loose connection
Leak from the pump or tub

Parts that may be involved

Door sealInternal hosesDrain pump

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Washer not heating water

Possible causes

Faulty heating element
Faulty temperature sensor
Limescale on the element

Parts that may be involved

Heating elementTemperature sensor (NTC)

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Washer door won't lock or open

Possible causes

Faulty door lock
Water still in the drum
Laundry caught between door and seal

Parts that may be involved

Door lockDoor handle

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Washer noisy or vibrating

Possible causes

Worn drum bearings
Machine not level
Worn shock absorbers or a foreign object

Parts that may be involved

BearingsShock absorbersSuspension springs

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Dishwashers

Dishwasher not draining

Possible causes

Clogged bottom filters
Blocked drain hose
Faulty drain pump

Parts that may be involved

FiltersDrain pumpDrain hose

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Dishwasher not cleaning well

Possible causes

Blocked spray-arm holes
Weak wash pump
Limescale or low salt

Parts that may be involved

Spray armsWash pumpWater softener unit

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Dishwasher not heating or drying

Possible causes

Faulty heater
Faulty temperature sensor
Rinse aid ran out

Parts that may be involved

HeaterTemperature sensor

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Dishwasher leaking

Possible causes

Worn door seal
Loose hose or connection
Excess foam from the wrong detergent

Parts that may be involved

Door sealHosesLeak sensor

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Dishwasher won't start

Possible causes

Door latch fault
Control board issue
Water inlet problem

Parts that may be involved

Door latchControl boardInlet valve

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Dryers

Dryer not drying well

Possible causes

Blocked lint filter or air duct
Faulty heater or sensor
Full water tank on condenser dryers

Parts that may be involved

Lint filterHeaterMoisture sensor

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Dryer drum not turning

Possible causes

Broken belt
Motor fault
Worn rollers

Parts that may be involved

Drive beltMotorRollers

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Dryer overheating

Possible causes

Blocked air duct
Faulty thermostat
Lint build-up around the heater

Parts that may be involved

ThermostatAir ductThermal cut-off

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Dryer making unusual noises

Possible causes

Worn rollers or bearings
Foreign object in the drum
Worn drum seals

Parts that may be involved

RollersBearingsDrum seals

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Refrigerators

Refrigerator not cooling well

Possible causes

Compressor fault
Low refrigerant
Faulty fan or sensor

Parts that may be involved

CompressorEvaporator fanTemperature sensor

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Ice build-up in the freezer

Possible causes

Defrost system fault
Worn door gasket
Door opened too often

Parts that may be involved

Defrost heaterDefrost timer or sensorDoor gasket

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Refrigerator leaking water

Possible causes

Blocked defrost drain
Cracked drain pan
Dispenser line problem

Parts that may be involved

Defrost drainDrain pan

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Refrigerator making loud noises

Possible causes

Worn evaporator or condenser fan
Compressor vibration
Fridge not level

Parts that may be involved

FansCompressor mounts

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Refrigerator not working at all

Possible causes

Power supply problem
Control board fault
Compressor or start relay fault

Parts that may be involved

Control boardStart relayCompressor

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Ovens

Electric oven not heating

Possible causes

Failed heating element
Faulty thermostat
Selector switch issue

Parts that may be involved

Heating elementThermostatSelector switch

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Oven temperature uneven

Possible causes

Faulty temperature probe
Convection fan fault
Worn door seal

Parts that may be involved

Temperature probeOven fanDoor seal

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Oven controls not working

Possible causes

Electronic board fault
Moisture in the panel
Power supply problem

Parts that may be involved

Control boardTimer

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Oven door not closing tightly

Possible causes

Worn hinges
Worn door seal

Parts that may be involved

Door hingesDoor seal

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Gas Appliances

Safety: If you smell gas: close the gas valve, open the windows, don't use any electrical switch or flame, leave the area and call Jordan's unified emergency number, 911.

Weak or yellow gas flame

Possible causes

Blocked burner ports
Gas pressure or regulator issue
Dirty injector

Parts that may be involved

Burner headInjectorGas regulator

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Gas burner won't ignite

Possible causes

Faulty igniter or spark module
Moisture or dirt at the electrode
Gas not reaching the burner

Parts that may be involved

IgniterSpark moduleElectrode

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Gas flame goes out when you release the knob

Possible causes

Faulty thermocouple
Faulty safety valve

Parts that may be involved

ThermocoupleSafety valve

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Elite an official BOSCH agent?

No. The Elite is an independent repair service with no official partnership or agency with BOSCH. If your appliance is still under the dealer's warranty, we recommend contacting the dealer first.

Which BOSCH appliances do you repair?

We take repair requests for BOSCH washing machines, dishwashers, dryers, refrigerators, ovens, gas appliances.

What does an error code on my BOSCH display mean?

It indicates the type of problem the appliance detected, and the meaning can vary by model and year. This page lists verified codes with their sources. It's best to send us the code and model number so a technician can assess it.

Do you give steps to fix the fault myself?

No. We don't publish disassembly, repair or part-replacement steps, because appliances with electricity, water or gas need a qualified technician. This page helps you understand the likely problem and request the right technician.

Which areas do you cover?

We serve Amman, Zarqa, Salt. Send a request and our team will contact you to confirm the visit.

Other brands we service

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