Bosch Dryer E02 — Drive Motor Fault
Bosch Dryer · Error code E02
What E02 Means
Control detected the drum motor failed to start, stalled, or is drawing abnormal current. Drum will not rotate or stops mid-cycle.
Symptoms
- Drum will not turn
- Humming sound but no rotation
- Cycle starts then stops with E02
- Burning smell from motor area
Common Causes
Motor spins freely but drum doesn't turn; belt commonly snaps after 7-10 years.
Worn rear bearing or front support rollers stall the motor and trip overcurrent protection.
Motor hums but cannot reach speed.
Internal motor failure — test with multimeter for continuity across windings.
Coins, underwire bras, or socks lodged behind the drum.
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.
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.