Bosch Dishwasher Test Program SMS63M08

Summary

This blog details how the test program for a Bosch dishwasher model SMS63M08 is started. It should be stated that content in this post was derived from a video on similar Bosch dishwashers. All credit to SamuraiRepairman for details in the video.

Enabling Bosch Test Program

With the Bosch dishwasher switched off press any two wash programs then the ON/OFF power button, as shown by green in the image below.

Bosch SMS63M08

The display on the Bosch will flash on for a moment then display P0. Two of the LEDs should be illuminated, as displayed below.

Bosch SMS63M08 Test Program (P0)

Press the button Pots/Pans and the display will change to P1. One LED will remain illuminated.

Bosch SMS63M08 Test Program (P1)

Press the button Pre-rinse and the test program will begin. The display shows an S with a number which appears to be a timer.

Bosch SMS63M08 Running Test Program

The test program runs for over 20 minutes after which any errors are displayed.

Bosch SMS63M08 Test Program End

For a description of any error code see sites such as Bosch Dishwasher Error Codes.