E11
Bosch
Ice Maker Position Sensor / Switch Fault
E11 error; ice maker does not detect home position and stops mid‑cycle.
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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
Defective home position switch in ice maker, Broken cam or actuator, Loose wiring to position sensor, Control board input failure
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Disconnect power before removing the ice maker.
- Visual inspection: Remove the ice bin and inspect the ice maker for broken plastic cams or levers that indicate cube position.
- Manual rotation: Gently rotate the ejector arm (if possible) to see if it moves smoothly through a full cycle. Binding or grinding suggests internal damage.
- Check wiring: Unplug the ice maker harness and inspect pins for corrosion or bent contacts. Reseat the connector firmly.
- Replace ice maker module: Because the position switch is often integrated, the most reliable repair is to replace the entire Bosch ice maker assembly. Remove mounting screws, unplug the harness, and install the new unit.
- Reset and test: Restore power and allow the new ice maker to complete an initial cycle. Monitor for error recurrence.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Bosch Ice Maker Assembly (with Position Switch)
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