How to Fix Bosch Refrigerator Error E05

Error Code: E05 Difficulty: Moderate

Problem: Ice maker sensor failure.

How to Fix E05 Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Disconnect the refrigerator from its power supply and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
2. Turn off the water supply to the ice maker and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
3. Remove the ice bin to gain access to the ice maker assembly.
4. The ice maker sensor is part of the ice maker module. You may need to remove the ice maker to access it.
5. Disconnect the wire harness connected to the ice maker and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
6. Locate and replace the faulty sensor within the ice maker assembly.
7. Reinstall the ice maker, reconnect the wiring, turn the water supply back on, and restore power to the refrigerator.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

Next Steps and Parts

Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.