Bosch Washing Machine Dispenser Drawer Repair

Close the water supply if you plan to scrub heavily or leave the dispenser area open for a while.

Pull the dispenser drawer gently until it stops.

Look into the gap behind the drawer front.

Use your fingers to feel the two clips on either side of the drawer fascia.

Squeeze both clips toward you and lift the fascia upward to release it.

Set the fascia aside where it won't be stepped on.

Use a flat-blade knife to press the fabric softener level indicator downward through the opening.

Press only hard enough to clear the blockage.

Slide the drawer straight out once the indicator is free.

Align the fascia with the front of the drawer.

Slide the fascia down into the two clips until it clicks into place.

Remove the fabric softener level indicator from the drawer.

Use a brush and hot water mixed with dish soap to scrub under the indicator.

Scrub all crevices and the inside of the dispenser drawer.

Rinse or wipe away the loosened residue until the drawer is clean.

Use a brush, hot water, and dish soap to scrub the dispenser compartment.

Scrub away the detergent residue, fabric softener buildup, mold, and residue.

Use a small sponge to wipe away loose residue if needed.

Check the holes in the roof of the dispenser compartment.

Use a small brush to clear any blocked roof holes.

Use a small bit of wire if a small brush doesn't fit.

Wipe the area with a cloth after the holes are clear.

Align the dispenser drawer with the grooves in the dispenser opening.

Press down on the drawer release button and slide the drawer fully home.

Open and close the drawer to make sure it slides smoothly.

Open the washer door and inspect the door seal seal.

Remove any hair or debris from the seal.

Make sure the drainage holes in the seal are clear.

Wipe the seal and drainage holes with a cloth.