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Bosch Washer error code

Bosch Washer Error E35

Door lock fault; the machine is unable to lock the door.

Door lock fault; the machine is unable to lock the door.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Bosch washer repair guide for error E35
Error codeE35Washer

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

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Check for Obstructions: Make sure nothing is blocking the door from locking properly.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Inspect the Door Lock: Visually inspect the door lock for any signs of damage.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Power Cycle the Washer: Turn the appliance off for a few minutes and then back on.

A quick explanation

What does E35 mean?

Door lock fault; the machine is unable to lock the door.

The answer you came for

How to fix Bosch washer error E35

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

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. Disconnect the washer from the power outlet to ensure safety.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Open the washer door and locate the metal retaining ring on the rubber door boot seal.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Carefully pry off the outer retaining ring using a spring clamp tool or a flathead screwdriver, and peel the boot seal off the front panel to access the door lock assembly.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Unscrew the two screws that secure the door lock assembly to the front panel of the washer.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Reach inside and carefully disconnect the wire harness attached to the back of the old door lock assembly by pressing the release tab.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    6. Connect the wire harness to the new door lock assembly, then align the new assembly with the screw holes and secure it with the two screws.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    7. Re-seat the rubber door boot seal onto the front panel and re-install the metal retaining ring to secure it in place.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix E35 Error (Step-by-Step) Disconnect the washer from the power outlet to ensure safety.Open the washer door and locate the metal retaining ring on the rubber door boot seal.Carefully pry off the outer retaining ring using a spring clamp tool or a flathead screwdriver, and peel the boot seal off the front panel to access the door lock assembly.Unscrew the two screws that secure the door lock assembly to the front panel of the washer.Reach inside and carefully disconnect the wire harness attached to the back of the old door lock assembly by pressing the release tab.Connect the wire harness to the new door lock assembly, then align the new assembly with the screw holes and secure it with the two screws.Re-seat the rubber door boot seal onto the front panel and re-install the metal retaining ring to secure it in place.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

What to Check Next on This Bosch Washer Bosch Washer Error E35: Use the code or symbol as the starting clue, then confirm the actual symptom and cycle stage before ordering parts. 1. Unplug the washer before opening panels, touching wiring, or reaching near the drain pump, door lock, inlet valve, motor, or control area. 2. Verify the simple cause first: check the door latch, load balance, detergent level, inlet water flow, drain filter, hose position, and anything blocking the cycle stage shown by the code or symbol. 3. Clean accessible filters and hose screens, remove debris from the pump area when the model design allows it, then reconnect anything that was loose before running another test cycle. 4. Test the washer during the same fill, wash, drain, spin, lock, or control step where the warning appeared; measure voltage or resistance only if you are equipped to do that safely. 5. Inspect the matching part path instead of guessing: door-lock issues point toward the latch circuit, drain symptoms toward pump or hose restrictions, fill symptoms toward inlet supply, and control-response symptoms toward wiring or board checks. 6. Replace a part only after the 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 washer model number from the appliance tag. The same code can point to different components depending on the exact model and when the failure appears. Parts Availability Note: For this Electrolux/Frigidaire error code, exact OEM part numbers can vary by model revision and serial range. We’ve listed the most likely component(s), but confirm compatibility using your full model number before ordering. If no exact SKU is shown, use this guide for diagnosis first, then verify the matching OEM part on RepairClinic or PartSelect. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Bosch washer part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Bosch washer electronic control board Common replacement category: Main control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for control and communication faults after wiring and connector checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer electronic control board Bosch washer user interface control panel Common replacement category: User interface / display board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for display, button, selector, or cycle-control faults. Search Amazon for Bosch washer user interface control panel Bosch washer drain pump assembly Common replacement category: Drain pump Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by full Bosch washer model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Confidence: MediumThis category can be relevant for drain, no-spin, and water-removal symptoms after filter and hose checks. Search Amazon for Bosch washer drain pump assembly Before ordering: match the part to the complete Bosch washer 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

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?

  • Door cannot be locked
  • Obstruction in the door lock mechanism
  • Faulty door lock assembly

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Replacement part

OEM candidate: 00612148

Price noted in the current guide: $85-$115

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Bosch Washer error E35 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

Compatibility varies by model. Confirm that the Amazon listing includes your complete washer model number before ordering.

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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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