Bosch Dishwasher E17 Code: Meaning & Fixes
- Meaning
- Water inflow fault: a problem with water flowing into the dishwasher or with the filling system.
- Can I fix it?
- Sometimes, may need a pro
- Seen on
- Bosch dishwashers that show two-digit E codes. Bosch groups E17 with E16.
Bosch lists E17 together with E16 as a problem with water flowing into the dishwasher. Some sites say it means too much water; Bosch’s own pages describe a fault in the water inflow or the filling system. There’s one owner check before you call: make sure the valve under the sink is open and the inlet hose isn’t kinked.
Try this first
- Check that the water valve under the sink is fully open and water flows through it.
- Check the inlet hose for kinks or damage.
- If E17 keeps coming back, call Bosch customer support.
What causes E17
| Cause | What you notice | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Water valve under the sink closed or partly closed | Little or no water in the tub | The corner valve under the sink |
| Kinked or damaged inlet hose | E17 after the dishwasher was moved | The hose from the valve to the dishwasher |
| Fault in the filling system | E17 returns with good water supply | Needs a technician |
Fix it step by step
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Turn off the power
Switch the dishwasher off at the circuit breaker before you look under the sink or behind the kick plate.
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Check the water valve
Make sure the corner valve that feeds the dishwasher is fully open and that water flows through it.
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Check the inlet hose
Look along the inlet hose for kinks, crushing or damage. Straighten it, or replace it if it's damaged.
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Test
Restore power and run a short cycle. Water should start coming in within a minute or two.
When to call a technician
If the valve is open, the hose is fine and E17 keeps returning, Bosch says the dishwasher probably has a fault that needs an engineer. Call Bosch customer support or a technician to check the inlet valve and filling system.
Questions people ask
Does E17 mean too much water in my Bosch dishwasher?
Bosch describes E16 and E17 as a problem with water flowing in or with the filling system, not as overfilling.
What's the difference between E16 and E17?
Bosch lists them together under the same water inflow problem and the same checks.
Is dishwasher E17 the same as Bosch washer E17?
No. On Bosch washers, E17 means the water supply time was exceeded. The checks are similar, but use the page for your appliance.