The programme switch is on the far left hand side of the Bosch WFB 2005 or at the opposite end to the soap tray. This appears to be a mechanical problem; the knob on the front panel turns freely and appears not to engage the switch mechanism. I guess it is a broken knob or a seized switch and broken knob. I have removed the top of the machine but cannot work out how to remove the switch panel to ascertain the problem in more detail. Any ideas?
My white(power on/off)button cracked inside and cannot function properly so I had to open the facia panel.
I've just opened my Bosch, WFB 2005 Facia panel after a lot of pulling, pushing and forcing. There are five clips at the top and bottom and two clips on every side.
Nothing broke.
Now I can replace my on/off button then everything will work again!
Johan
January 2020
Dave
Two parts to this switch. Usually the problem is in the outer part whish is only a few pounds which can be purchased from bosch/siemens/neff parts supplier. You need to remove th entire plastic fascia. Only one screw - Phillips behind soap tray, then a few plastic tabs to be pushed - one on each end and a few on the lower which can be access from the inside. Keep applying pressure as the tabs slip out. The four rocker switches will come with you - don't worry, it won't all fall into pieces!!. The knob is easy to remove and replace. Have fun but I suggest you check for broken parts before ordering anything. I needed the two parts to the switch as I removed the outer part and showed my wife how to operate machine with pliers while awaiting delivery of the outer part. This damaged the part remaining and I had to purchase the entire front bexel - cost 50 Euro (I'm from Ireland)
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