E02 — Drive Motor Fault
Per Bosch's official US error-code page, E02 (grouped with E01) means the lint filter is blocked and needs to be cleaned. Bosch's instructions: clean the lint filter after each drying cycle. This is a simple maintenance step, not a drive-motor fault — clean the filter first before suspecting the motor, belt, or bearings.
- Keep using it?
- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Moderate
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- bosch-home.com ↗
How to fix it
- Unplug the dryer.
- Open the top panel and front panel to access the drum and belt.
- Check if the drum spins freely by hand — if it's hard to turn, suspect bearings or rollers.
- Inspect the drive belt — replace if broken, frayed, or loose.
- Spin the blower wheel and drum support rollers by hand; replace any that grind, wobble, or stick.
- Test the motor capacitor with a meter (if equipped) and replace if out of spec.
- Test motor windings for continuity; replace the motor if open or shorted.
- Reassemble and run a no-load test cycle to confirm the drum spins smoothly without alarm.
Why it happens
Typical signs: Drum will not turn · Humming sound but no rotation · Cycle starts then stops with E02 · Burning smell from motor area
- Broken or stretched drive belt Motor spins freely but drum doesn't turn; belt commonly snaps after 7-10 years.
- Seized drum bearings or rollers Worn rear bearing or front support rollers stall the motor and trip overcurrent protection.
- Failed motor start capacitor Motor hums but cannot reach speed.
- Motor windings shorted or open Internal motor failure — test with multimeter for continuity across windings.
- Foreign object jammed in blower or drum Coins, underwire bras, or socks lodged behind the drum.
Parts you may need
If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: bosch-home.com.