Bosch Refrigerator error code
Bosch Refrigerator Error E01
Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor is faulty.
Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor is faulty.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Check 1
Reset the appliance by unplugging the refrigerator for a few minutes, then plugging it back in.
- 2Check 2
Inspect the wires connected to the temperature sensor for any loose connections or damage.
A quick explanation
What does E01 mean?
Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor is faulty.
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How to fix Bosch refrigerator error E01
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
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Step 1
1. Disconnect the refrigerator from the power source for safety.
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Step 2
2. Locate the refrigerator compartment temperature sensor. It is typically found on the interior side wall or ceiling.
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Step 3
3. Carefully remove any shelves or drawers that may be obstructing access to the sensor.
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Step 4
4. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the old sensor.
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Step 5
5. Remove the old sensor. It may be held in place by a clip or a screw.
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Step 6
6. Install the new temperature sensor, ensuring it is securely in place.
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Step 7
7. Reconnect the wire harness, replace any shelves or drawers, and restore power to the refrigerator.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix E01 Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the refrigerator from the power source for safety and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Locate the refrigerator compartment temperature sensor. It is typically found on the interior side wall or ceiling.Carefully remove any shelves or drawers that may be obstructing access to the sensor.Disconnect the wire harness attached to the old sensor and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.Remove the old sensor. It may be held in place by a clip or a screw.Install the new temperature sensor, ensuring it is securely in place.Reconnect the wire harness, replace any shelves or drawers, and restore power to the refrigerator.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
What to Check Next on This Bosch Refrigerator Bosch Refrigerator Error E01: Use the code, light, or symbol as the starting clue, then confirm what the refrigerator actually does before ordering parts. 1. Unplug the refrigerator before removing covers, touching wiring, checking fans, sensors, valves, or control boards. 2. Confirm whether the display is a normal mode/status symbol or a recurring fault that affects cooling, alarms, lights, water, or controls. 3. Start with the exact symptom and the stage where it appears: cooling, airflow, defrost, water, door sealing, sensor reading, or control response. 4. Check door gaskets, blocked vents, condenser dust, frost buildup, fan noise, temperature settings, and recent door-open events before replacing parts. 5. Let temperatures stabilize after corrections, then confirm whether the same code, alarm, or symptom returns under normal use. 6. Replace a part only after the same symptom repeats and the model-specific checks point to that part category. Match any replacement to the complete Bosch model number on the appliance tag. If the issue returns after these checks, match replacement parts to the complete Bosch refrigerator model number from the appliance tag. The same display clue can point to different components depending on the exact model and when the failure appears. Next Steps and Parts
What may be causing it?
- Faulty refrigerator compartment temperature sensor
These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Replacement part
OEM candidate: 00601059
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Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Refrigerator error E01 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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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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