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Bosch Dishwasher Error CHILD-LOCK-SYMBOL-2

Indicates that the child lock feature is activated, preventing accidental operation.

Indicates that the child lock feature is activated, preventing accidental operation.

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Bosch dishwasher repair guide for error CHILD-LOCK-SYMBOL-2
Error codeCHILD-LOCK-SYMBOL-2Dishwasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Observe that the 'Child Lock Symbol', often resembling

    Observe that the 'Child Lock Symbol', often resembling a key or a smiley face, is lit on the display.

  2. 2
    This safety feature prevents the dishwasher's buttons from

    This safety feature prevents the dishwasher's buttons from being accidentally pressed.

  3. 3
    To deactivate the child lock, locate the button

    To deactivate the child lock, locate the button or panel area labeled 'Child Lock' or marked with the key symbol.

A quick explanation

What does CHILD-LOCK-SYMBOL-2 mean?

Indicates that the child lock feature is activated, preventing accidental operation.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dishwasher error CHILD-LOCK-SYMBOL-2

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Observe that the 'Child Lock Symbol', often resembling

    Observe that the 'Child Lock Symbol', often resembling a key or a smiley face, is lit on the display.

  2. 2

    This safety feature prevents the dishwasher's buttons from

    This safety feature prevents the dishwasher's buttons from being accidentally pressed.

  3. 3

    To deactivate the child lock, locate the button

    To deactivate the child lock, locate the button or panel area labeled 'Child Lock' or marked with the key symbol.

  4. 4

    On most models, you need to press and

    On most models, you need to press and hold this specific button for approximately 3 to 5 seconds.

  5. 5

    Watch the display for the symbol to disappear,

    Watch the display for the symbol to disappear, which indicates the controls are now unlocked.

  6. 6

    You can now operate the dishwasher normally and

    You can now operate the dishwasher normally and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.

  7. 7

    To re-activate the lock after starting a cycle,

    To re-activate the lock after starting a cycle, simply repeat the press-and-hold procedure.

  8. 8

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,

    Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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How to Fix CHILD LOCK SYMBOL Error (Step-by-Step) Observe that the 'Child Lock Symbol', often resembling a key or a smiley face, is lit on the display.This safety feature prevents the dishwasher's buttons from being accidentally pressed.To deactivate the child lock, locate the button or panel area labeled 'Child Lock' or marked with the key symbol.On most models, you need to press and hold this specific button for approximately 3 to 5 seconds.Watch the display for the symbol to disappear, which indicates the controls are now unlocked.You can now operate the dishwasher normally and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.To re-activate the lock after starting a cycle, simply repeat the press-and-hold procedure.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Dishwasher Child Lock symbol: Child Lock is a control setting. The practical fix is to unlock the panel and then verify the buttons respond normally. Hold the model-specific lock or key button for several seconds and watch for the lock indicator to clear. If the panel stays locked, power-cycle the dishwasher once and retry with dry hands on a clean control surface. If controls remain unresponsive after unlocking steps, inspect the keypad, console ribbon, and control board connections. 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. 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. Bosch dishwasher water inlet valve Common replacement category: Water inlet valve Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for fill and water-supply faults after the tap, hose, and inlet screen are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher water inlet valve Bosch dishwasher drain pump Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for drain and standing-water symptoms after the filter, sump, and hose are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher drain pump Bosch dishwasher circulation pump Common replacement category: Circulation pump / wash motor Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch dishwasher model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for wash, spray-arm, and circulation symptoms after filters and spray arms are checked. Search Amazon for Bosch dishwasher circulation pump Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch dishwasher model number on the appliance tag. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

If the code comes back

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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-2 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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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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