What to check, in order
- Switch off and unplug
Then take the filter out of the bottom of the tub.
- Scoop out standing water
A sponge or a cup does the job.
- Lever off the pump cover
Bosch suggests using a spoon to lever the cover off.
- Clear the pump
Take out whatever is jamming it: typically glass, fruit stones or labels. Careful, debris can be sharp.
- Refit the cover
Put it back firmly, then refit the filter.
When to call an engineer
If it keeps happening, the pump itself may have failed.
Parts people end up buying
Only if the checks above point to a part. Match it to your model number first: it's on a label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub.
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Quick answers
What does the Bosch E25 error code mean?
The drain pump is jammed, or the pump cover under the filter is loose or missing.
Can I fix Bosch E25 myself?
Easy (about 20 minutes). Start with: switch off and unplug; scoop out standing water; lever off the pump cover. If it keeps happening, the pump itself may have failed.
Is Bosch E25 worth repairing?
Usually free. Usually just debris, which costs nothing to clear.
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