On a supported Bosch dishwasher, E25 means the drain pump is blocked or its cover is loose or missing. Disconnect power, remove the filter and sponge out standing water. Then follow Bosch’s procedure to secure the pump cover and remove visible debris carefully.
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- Bosch dishwashers displaying E25
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0 of 4 completedConfirm E25 on the exact model
ReversiblePhotograph the complete display, record the model tag and note the cycle stage. Similar-looking codes can mean different things on another product line.
Check the condition named by the code
ReversibleDisconnect power, remove the filter and sponge out standing water.
Correct the remaining user-serviceable cause
ReversibleFollow Bosch’s procedure to secure the pump cover and remove visible debris carefully.
Run one controlled verification
ReversibleReassemble completely and test Cancel/Drain. Do not operate with a missing cover or reach beyond the user-accessible pump area.
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What does E25 mean on a Bosch dishwasher?+
It means the drain pump is blocked or its cover is loose or missing.
Can I clear E25 by resetting the dishwasher?+
A restart may clear a stored display only after the underlying condition is corrected. Repeatedly resetting without correcting the cause is not a repair.