Bosch Dishwasher · Code E17 / E16 / E3300 / E3400

Bosch Dishwasher E17 code: Water inlet problem

Water isn't flowing into the dishwasher correctly.

Most common causes

  1. Kinked or damaged inlet hose
  2. Water supply valve under the sink partly closed
  3. Clogged inlet screen
  4. Faulty water inlet valve

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Check that the inlet hose isn't kinked or damaged.
  2. Make sure the water supply valve under the sink is fully open.
  3. Turn off power at the breaker for 30 seconds, then restore it and restart.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: bosch-home.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does E17 mean on a Bosch Dishwasher?

Water isn't flowing into the dishwasher correctly.

Can I clear the E17 code myself?

Try these first: Check that the inlet hose isn't kinked or damaged. Make sure the water supply valve under the sink is fully open. Turn off power at the breaker for 30 seconds, then restore it and restart. Call a technician if the water supply is fully on and the code returns.

How much does it cost to fix a E17 code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Bosch Dishwasher codes

E09 · Heater faultE15 · Water in the base (leak protection)E22 · Filter blockedE24 · Not drainingE25 · Drain pump blockedE01 · Heat pump motor circuit faultE14 · Flow meter or fill problemE18 · Not enough waterE21 · Circulation (heat) pump blockedE23 · Drain pump faultE27 · Low supply voltage

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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