Error Code: PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Difficulty: Easy
Problem: The pre-rinse cycle is active.
How to Fix PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Error (Step-by-Step)
- Identify the symbol resembling a spray of water on the display. This indicates the ‘Pre-Rinse’ cycle is active.
- This is a normal cycle selection and not an error code.
- The Pre-Rinse cycle is a brief program that uses a small amount of cold water to rinse dishes.
- Its purpose is to prevent food soils from drying onto plates if you are not planning to run a full wash cycle immediately.
- This cycle does not use detergent and is not intended to fully clean the dishes.
- If you selected this by mistake, you can cancel the program by pressing and holding the ‘Start/Reset’ button for about 3 seconds, then select a full wash program.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Recommended Parts to Check
No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Bosch dishwasher part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims.
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Bosch dishwasher water inlet valveCommon replacement category: Water inlet valveFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Confidence: Medium
This category can be relevant for fill and water-supply faults after the tap, hose, and inlet screen are checked. -
Bosch dishwasher drain pumpCommon replacement category: Drain pumpFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Confidence: Medium
This category can be relevant for drain and standing-water symptoms after the filter, sump, and hose are checked. -
Bosch dishwasher circulation pumpCommon replacement category: Circulation pump / wash motorFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Confidence: Medium
This category can be relevant for wash, spray-arm, and circulation symptoms after filters and spray arms are checked.
Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch dishwasher model number on the appliance tag.
What to Check Next on This Bosch Dishwasher
Pre-Rinse symbol: Pre-Rinse is normally a program choice. Diagnose it only when the dishwasher is stuck in that mode or cannot start a normal wash.
- Cancel the selected program once, then choose a full wash cycle and confirm the controls respond normally.
- If the unit fills and drains but never washes, check the filter, sump, spray arms, and circulation sound during the first wash minutes.
- If buttons do not respond or the same program returns by itself, inspect the control panel and wiring before assuming a pump failure.
If the symptom returns after these checks, use the full Bosch model number from the door tag before ordering any part. The same display message can point to different parts depending on the exact model and what the dishwasher does during fill, wash, drain, or dry.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
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When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Dishwasher repairs can add up quickly when the pump, control, heater, or leak-related parts fail.
Confirm cabinet width, water line, drain routing, electrical connection, and panel style before ordering.
For repair parts, verify exact fit with the full dishwasher model number before buying; these links are general replacement-appliance shopping options.
- [OK]Drain pump or circulation pump failure
- [OK]Leaking tub, door, or float-switch issues
- [OK]Heater or control failures on an older unit
- [OK]Repeated poor washing or drying performance
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