E13
Bosch Ice Mold Heater Circuit Fault

E13 error; ice maker heater does not operate, cubes stick in mold and do not eject.

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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

Open ice mold heater element, Failed thermal fuse on heater, Broken wiring in heater circuit, Control board heater relay failure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Disconnect power before testing heater circuits.

  • Check for stuck ice: Remove the ice bin and inspect the mold. If cubes are frozen solid to the mold and not releasing, the heater may not be working.
  • Test heater resistance: Access the ice maker wiring and locate the heater leads (refer to Bosch wiring diagram). Disconnect and measure resistance; an open circuit indicates a failed heater.
  • Inspect thermal fuse: Some Bosch ice makers include a small thermal cutoff in series with the heater. Test for continuity; replace if open.
  • Replace ice maker assembly: Because the heater is often embedded, the practical repair is to replace the entire Bosch ice maker unit.
  • Control board check: If the heater tests good but never energizes, the main control board relay may be faulty. This requires advanced diagnosis and likely board replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Bosch Ice Maker Assembly (with Mold Heater)
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