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How to Dismantle a Bosch Washing Machine & Enter Diagnostic Mode | Spare Parts Teardown | Series 4&6

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In this video, I’m fully dismantling a Bosch Series 6 WAT28421GB/01 washing machine. While the internal components of this 2017 model are in perfect working order, a heavily damaged cabinet and a torn door seal gasket mean this machine is going to be stripped down to save its good parts.

Manufacturers are making it increasingly difficult and expensive to repair modern appliances. With overpriced components and sealed drums, the Right to Repair is under threat. By salvaging these perfectly good parts (like the motor, PCB and pump), we can save other machines from the landfill and help you repair your appliances at an affordable price! 🌍♻️

In this comprehensive teardown, I’ll also walk you through how to enter diagnostic test mode and explain common Bosch error codes, which are also applicable to Siemens Series 4 & 6 washers.

Common Error Codes on Bosch and Siemens Series 4 & 6 Washers

E16: Door not shut completely, broken door sensor or switch
E17: Closed water tap, low pressure, blocked filter, or broken valves
E18: Blocked pump or drain hose, kinked hose, or excessive foam
E19: Broken heating circuit, low voltage, or a broken heater
E23: Leak in the water system or water collected in the base tub
E34: Broken lock, stuck door hook, or a stiff door gasket
E43: Drum blocked by laundry, drum running roughly, or damaged motor

Spare Parts for Bosch WAT28421GB/01 Washing Machine

Door Seal 00686848
Pump 00145212
Motor 00145822
Drum 00714311
Display Panel 11013759
Soap Drawer 00702581
Control Panel PCB 12020954
Door Outer Trim 11005268
Outer Door Seal Clamp 11042475
Door Lock 10031405
Inner Door Seal Clamp 00670743
Soap Box 11011877 11011543
Water Valve 00606001
Pressure Switch 10012218
Pulley Wheel 11019641
Belt 55000002576 00678915
Motor PCB 12016026
Mains Plug 00632994
Heater 12004179
Waste Pipe 00702582
Suspension Legs 00702596

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⏲️ We've added timestamps below to make it easier for you to navigate this video:

00:00 Why We Are Dismantling This Bosch Series 6 Washer
01:19 How to Enter Diagnostic Test Mode on a Bosch Washing Machine
02:29 Testing Water Fill & Explaining E29 Error Code
03:22 Diagnostic Mode 3: Testing the Spin Cycle & Pump
04:40 The Right to Repair & Expensive Bosch Spare Parts
05:45 Removing the Top Panel & Soap Dispenser Drawer
06:02 How to Fix Fabric Softener Not Dispensing (Siphon Blockage)
06:40 Removing the Dispenser Housing (Dealing with Seized Screws)
08:21 Removing the Front Panel & Washing Machine Door
09:58 Removing the Door Seal Outer Retaining Band
10:47 Removing the Door Interlock & Emergency Release (E16 / F16 Error)
12:29 How to Remove the Rubber Door Seal Gasket
13:22 Removing the Drain Pump (E18 Error Code)
14:57 Removing the Water Inlet Valve & Pressure Switch
16:58 Removing the Back Panel & Drive Belt (Size: 5 PJ 1255)
18:41 Disconnecting the Heater Element Wiring
19:31 Removing the Induction Motor
21:17 Removing the Main Control Board (PCB) & Important Advice
24:01 How Bosch Changed Their Suspension Leg Design
24:52 Lifting the Washing Machine Drum Out of the Cabinet
26:05 Final Thoughts on Recycling & Affordable Appliance Repair

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20 Comments

@AndyAndy-w5v 5 months ago

I don't own a Bosch, but really appreciate your efforts to stop manufacturers ripping us off!

@ronkerry6109 4 months ago (edited)

The sheer amount of useful information that you provide is absolutely brilliant. I hope that you and your business survive and do well. I will remember where to ask if I need a part for our Bosch Ser 6 Washer and Tumble Drier

@Im_always_bored199 4 months ago

Thank you for such a thorough explanation - I was nervous to pull my machine apart, but we did, we cleared the drain pipe blockage, put it all back together and it's now working again. Brilliant 🙂

@Electrowave 5 months ago

I just bought one of these, serie 4, so this may be a very useful one day in the future 🙂 Thank you 🙂 I was surprised that my old AEG is going straight to scrap. The installer, also local repair man, said the parts were worthless. Mechanically it was sound apart from a noise dryer bearing, it has a problem with one of the PCB's. I was in two minds to keep it to see if I could revive it myself with a used part but I don't have any room to store it indoors.

@jackwilliam2226 12 days ago

A very informative video narrated by an extremely knowledgeable person.

@SirPrancelot1 5 months ago

Thank you for the instructive video and your Right to Repair/built in obsolescence work!

@yanivnahum4179 5 months ago

As always you making the world a better place

@Lambert1ful 1 month ago

Bought my bosh varioperfect from John Lewis ….during lock down..did not work on the first day kept saying low water pressure when we had no issues…they refused to replace because I bought it using PayPal on my credit card ! Managed to use the machine using soap in the drum for a few years …had to replace the door hinge 2 years ago and recently using your videos a inlet valve which proved that was faulty from day one !

@sisifuz3685 5 months ago

Thank you so much, you are a real hero to this world!

@gregdingo 3 months ago

Thanks I suspect I have a broken Spider amongst other issues so watching this and checking spare part prices convinced me to buy a new Machine.

@efecapin 2 weeks ago

I was trying to replace the shock absorbers, noticed that 2 of them are are not accesible from the back of the machine and struggled to remove front panel ,,, glad that I found this video quite helpful, thanks and greetings from Turkey

@Raj-nh3fc 3 days ago

One of the reason why the conditioner does not siphon is due to a very thick conditioner. I normally dilute my conditioner with water equal amount so that it runs more easily.

@robert1981DIY 5 months ago

Would love to see a tier list video comparing different washing machine brands

@mareklitwin1341 4 months ago

Thank you for tutorial. I was able to disassembly front panel from newer Series 6 combined washer/dryer to get to the broken temp sensor in dryer channel.

@EmilLich 5 months ago

Thanks for doing these videos

@odabasii 3 months ago (edited)

We are waiting for Berkay's Turkish videos. 😃 The same machine, Series 6 Turkish production, has a rusting problem in the detergent drawer section, a 3-leg drum support group problem, and a drum bearing problem. The drum is pressed, it is necessary to buy a brand new drum. Also, Bosch Turkey spare parts sales website is closed. It can be found by searching with the part code, but since the service is a franchise tied to Bosch, there is an obligation to have it repaired by the authorized service. Thanks for your videos Paul. Useful content.