E20
Bosch Temperature Sensor / Heating Control Error

Washer displays E20; general heating or NTC sensor issue on some Bosch platforms

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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

Faulty NTC temperature sensor, Loose NTC connector, Damaged wiring to heater, Control board temperature circuit fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the washer and allow it to cool.

  • Access NTC sensor: Remove the rear panel and locate the NTC sensor mounted in the heater bracket at the bottom of the tub.
  • Check connection: Ensure the NTC plug is firmly seated and free of corrosion.
  • Test NTC: Measure resistance at room temperature and compare with Bosch specifications (typically several kΩ). The resistance should decrease smoothly as temperature rises.
  • Replace NTC: If readings are out of range or intermittent, replace the Bosch NTC sensor and retest.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

NTC Temperature Sensor
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