Bosch dishwasher E24 error code
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Bosch dishwasher E24 (E:24) means the drain cycle did not finish in time — water remains at the bottom after a cycle. The cylindrical filter in the tub floor and the drain hose loop under the sink are the first checks on SHPM88 and SHEM63 models. E24 after installing a new garbage disposal usually means the knockout plug was not removed.
Reviewed August 2025 · sources below
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How to fix E24
- Cancel the cycle, remove the bottom rack, and twist out the filter assembly. Rinse the mesh and clear the sump.
- Confirm the drain hose has a high loop under the sink at least 20 inches above the floor — a flat hose traps water.
- If connected to a garbage disposal, verify the disposal knockout was removed when the dishwasher was installed.
- Run a rinse cycle. If E24 persists, check the drain pump impeller for glass or seed blockage.
- Replace the drain pump (00611322 on many Bosch units) only if the impeller does not spin and the path is clear.
Call a pro when: Call a pro if water leaks from the filter seal or the pump runs continuously without draining.
What E24 means
Drain error — water not draining.
Video: how to fix E24
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Likely causes
Food debris clogs the filter assembly.
Check: Remove and clean bottom filter; check sump area.
Est. cost: $0–$0
Hose crushed during installation.
Check: Inspect drain hose routing to garbage disposal or air gap.
Est. cost: $0–$15
Pump motor fails after repeated clogs.
Check: Pump should run during drain portion of cycle.
Est. cost: $45–$75 · DIY ~6/10
Part: Bosch Dishwasher Drain Pump (MPN 00611322)
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Cancel the cycle, remove the bottom rack, and twist out the filter assembly. Rinse the mesh and clear the sump.
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Questions about E24
What does E24 mean on Bosch dishwasher?
E24 is a drain timeout — the dishwasher could not empty within the expected time.
How do I fix a Bosch dishwasher E24 error code?
Clean the tub filter, set a high loop in the drain hose, and remove a garbage-disposal knockout if the install is new.
Why is my Bosch dishwasher not draining with E24?
E24 means the drain timed out. Standing water after the cycle is the filter, the hose loop, or a pump impeller that will not spin.
How do I reset a Bosch dishwasher E24 error?
Clean the filter, fix the drain hose high loop, then power off for 5 minutes. E24 clears after a successful drain. There is no separate reset button.
Is E24 always the pump?
No — clogged filters and improper drain hose loops cause most E24 codes.
Can new install cause E24?
Yes — a forgotten garbage disposal knockout or missing high loop is a common new-install cause.
Bosch E24 on specific models
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Prevent this problem next time
- Clean dishwasher filter monthly
- Run hot water before starting cycle
- Use dishwasher cleaner monthly
Sources
Manufacturer meaning
Drain error — water is not draining from the dishwasher.
FixApplianceCode guidance
Clean the filter and check the drain hose before replacing the pump.
Source type: Manufacturer
Source: Bosch home appliances support
Last reviewed: 2026-08-01
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