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Bosch Dryer Error F86

Salt container lid contact fault (on models with this feature).

Salt container lid contact fault (on models with this feature).

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch dryer repair guide for error F86
Error codeF86Dryer

Try these first

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

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A quick explanation

What does F86 mean?

Salt container lid contact fault (on models with this feature).

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch dryer error F86

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

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    Step 1

    1. Turn off and unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet for safety.

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    Step 2

    2. Locate the salt container; its position can vary, so check the area around the base of the dryer.

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    Step 3

    3. Open the lid to the salt container.

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    Step 4

    4. Check to ensure there is no debris or obstruction on the lid or the container's contact points.

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    Step 5

    5. Securely close the lid, making sure it is tightened properly and sits flush.

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    Step 6

    6. Plug the dryer back in and restart it to see if the error code has cleared.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix F86 Error (Step-by-Step) Turn off and unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet for safety.Locate the salt container; its position can vary, so check the area around the base of the dryer.Open the lid to the salt container and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Check to ensure there is no debris or obstruction on the lid or the container's contact points.Securely close the lid, making sure it is tightened properly and sits flush.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find. Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn't fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Dryer Use these checks before ordering parts for Bosch dryer F86. They keep the diagnosis tied to the appliance instead of turning the page into a reset-only guide. Unplug the dryer before touching the lint housing, rear vent, lower service area, or any wiring. Clean the lint screen, moisture sensor bars, condenser area if equipped, and the full vent path so airflow problems do not imitate part failures. Run a short timed cycle with a light load and note whether the fault appears immediately, after heating starts, or near the end of the cycle. If the fault returns with clean airflow, inspect the part categories below using the full model number from the dryer tag. Stop repeated test cycles if you smell heat, see moisture near electrical areas, or hear grinding from the drum drive. Recommended Parts to CheckBosch dryer part numbers vary by model. These are model-number-safe part-category searches, not universal fit claims.Dryer lint screenCommon replacement category: lint filterFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Start with lint restrictions when heating, airflow, or maintenance warnings appear.Search Amazon for Dryer lint screenDryer thermal fuseCommon replacement category: thermal protectionFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Common safety device to inspect after overheating or no-heat symptoms.Search Amazon for Dryer thermal fuseDryer drum beltCommon replacement category: drive systemFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Worth checking when the dryer tumbles poorly, stalls, or makes drive noise.Search Amazon for Dryer drum beltDryer moisture sensorCommon replacement category: sensor circuitFit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full model number. Confirm compatibility before buying.Why check it: Useful category to verify when dryness or care/maintenance messages persist.Search Amazon for Dryer moisture sensorBefore ordering: match the part to the complete model number on the appliance tag. Browse all Bosch error codes: Bosch Error Codes

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • Information not available.

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 Dryer error F86 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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