⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.
Error Code: E04 Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Overloading of the dryer.
How to Fix E04 Error (Step-by-Step)
- This error indicates that the dryer drum is too full for the clothes to tumble properly.
- Press the ‘Start/Stop’ button to pause the current cycle.
- Open the dryer door and remove approximately one-third to one-half of the laundry.
- The remaining clothes should have plenty of space to move and fall freely within the drum.
- Close the dryer door securely and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Press the ‘Start/Stop’ button again to resume the cycle with the smaller load.
- You will need to dry the items you removed in a separate load.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
More options (for a better recommendation)
⚡ Don’t Risk a DIY Fail!
Get the ‘Secret Service Mode’ Cheat Sheet for your Bosch model. Includes an easy-to-read list of every error code and quick diagnostic tips.
✅ Join 15,000+ DIYers • Instant PDF Download
Browse More Codes
📖 View All Error Codes
Expert: Mike Sullivan
EPA Section 608 Certified Technician with 18+ years experience.
Read Editorial Standards →Browse all Bosch error codes: Bosch Error Codes
Leave a Reply