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Bosch Dishwasher starts on its own
If your Bosch dishwasher starts on its own, the problem is usually in the controls, not the wash system. The most likely cause is a shorted touchpad and control panel, which can make the dishwasher turns on by itself or starts without pressing start. If certain buttons do not respond, that is a strong sign the dishwasher touchpad is failing. On some Bosch models, the touchpad is sold separately, while others require replacing the full control panel assembly. Next most likely is the touchpad itself, followed by a defective control panel with a shorted relay. If those check out, the user control and display board may be shorted and sending the wrong start signal. This kind of Bosch dishwasher starts on its own issue can also show up as dishwasher buttons not working or a dishwasher control panel not working consistently. Press each button and note any dead spots or delayed response before ordering parts. To get the exact Bosch replacement part for your dishwasher, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com and match the correct touchpad, control panel, or user control and display board for your machine.
01 - Bosch Dishwasher Touchpad and Control Panel
If the dishwasher is starting on its own, part of the touchpad may have shorted. To determine if the touchpad is at fault, try pressing various buttons on the touchpad. If some of the buttons don’t respond, the touchpad might be defective. (Some manufacturers sell the touchpad separately from the control panel. Other manufacturers require that you purchase the touchpad and control panel together. If you cannot replace the touchpad individually, replace the touchpad and control panel.)
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02 - Bosch Dishwasher Touchpad
If the dishwasher is starting on its own, part of the touchpad may have shorted. To determine if the touchpad is at fault, try pressing various buttons on the touchpad. If some of the buttons don’t respond, the touchpad might be defective. (Some manufacturers sell the touchpad separately from the control panel. Other manufacturers require that you purchase the touchpad and control panel together. If you cannot replace the touchpad individually, replace the touchpad and control panel.)
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03 - Bosch Dishwasher Control Panel
If the dishwasher is starting on its own, a relay in the control panel may have shorted. Try pressing various buttons on the control panel touchpad. If some of the buttons don’t respond, the control panel is likely defective. (Some manufacturers sell the touchpad separately from the control panel. Other manufacturers require that you purchase the touchpad and control panel together. If you cannot replace the touchpad individually, replace the touchpad and control panel.)
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04 - Bosch Dishwasher User Control and Display Board
A dishwasher's user control and display board allows the user to select a wash and drying cycle and start the appliance. If the dishwasher is starting on its own, it's possible the board has shorted and will need to be replaced with a new one.
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