Bosch Dishwasher error code
Bosch Dishwasher Error Child Lock Symbol
Bosch dishwasher child lock indicator
The child-lock symbol means the Bosch dishwasher control panel is locked to prevent accidental starts or setting changes — not a drain, fill, or heating fault.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Printed key label vs active lock light
A key printed near a button shows which control operates the lock. That marking alone does not mean lock is engaged — look for a lit lock indicator or an unresponsive panel.
- 2Electronic control lock on the panel
Find the button with a padlock or key icon. Bosch guidance is to hold that child-lock button for three to five seconds until the symbol disappears or the dishwasher beeps.
- 3Mechanical door catch above the door
Some Bosch dishwashers also use a manual catch centrally above the door. Press the catch to the right to open the door when that style of lock is fitted.
A quick explanation
What does Child Lock Symbol mean?
A printed key icon beside a button label is not the same as an active lock indicator. Some models also use a mechanical door catch above the door in addition to electronic control lock.
The answer you came for
How to fix Bosch dishwasher error Child Lock Symbol
Deactivate child lock before checking pumps, valves, or spray arms — this symbol is almost always a control setting.
- 1
Lock icon on — dishwasher will not start
When the child-lock indicator is lit, cycle buttons are disabled. Locate the child-lock button with the padlock or key marking and hold it for three to five seconds until the icon clears.
What you should see: The lock light turns off and you can select a program. - 2
Printed key symbol vs active lock light
A key printed beside a button name is a guide to which control toggles the lock. An active fault would show a flashing code or error text — not only a steady lock icon.
What you should see: You distinguish a panel label from an engaged lock state. - 3
Door feels latched even after the panel unlocks
If the control panel responds but the door stays difficult to open, check for a mechanical child-lock catch above the door. Press the catch to the right, then open the door.
What you should see: You release the correct lock type for your model. - 4
Dry hands and retry if buttons feel dead
Wipe the control panel and use dry fingers. Press the labeled lock control firmly for the full three to five seconds rather than tapping quickly.
What you should see: The touch surface registers the unlock command. - 5
When to stop DIY and call for service
If the documented lock sequence for your model does not clear the indicator and other buttons remain dead, the keypad ribbon or control module may need professional diagnosis. Do not replace inlet or drain parts for a lock icon alone.
What you should see: You avoid unrelated part orders when the issue is control-panel responsiveness.
What may be causing it?
- Electronic child lock enabled from the control panel
- Mechanical door catch engaged above the door
- Control surface moisture or residue affecting touch response
- Unresponsive keypad or control module (only after documented unlock steps fail)
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
No replacement part recommended for this code
The researched guidance for Bosch Dishwasher error Child Lock Symbol points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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Bosch dishwasher symbols explained — printed key labels, active lock indicators, mechanical door catches, and when an icon is a setting rather than an error code.
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- Researched against manufacturer documentation and service literature where available.
- Safety-first structure: every guide starts with the safest first action and states when to stop and call a professional.
- Part compatibility is treated cautiously: fitment must be confirmed against the exact model number before purchase.