E6
Bosch Indoor / Outdoor Communication Timeout

E6 is displayed and the indoor unit may run the fan but no cooling or heating occurs.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Intermittent communication cable connection, Electrical noise or interference on communication line, Defective indoor communication circuit, Defective outdoor communication circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power to both units before touching wiring.

Steps:

  • Reseat communication wires: At both indoor and outdoor terminal blocks, loosen and re-tighten the communication terminal screws. Ensure copper conductors are fully inserted and not broken.
  • Separate power and signal cables: If the communication cable is bundled tightly with high-voltage power cables, reroute it (if possible) to reduce interference, following Bosch installation guidelines.
  • Check for water ingress: Inspect junction boxes and cable entries for signs of water or corrosion. Dry and reseal with appropriate grommets or sealant.

If E6 remains: The communication circuitry on either the indoor or outdoor PCB may be faulty. Board-level diagnosis and replacement should be done by a Bosch-authorized technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Indoor-Outdoor Communication Harness
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