Bosch Dishwasher Error Code CL

CL stands for cycle complete and is a normal end-of-cycle indicator on Bosch dishwashers. It appears on the display after the dishwasher has finished all wash, rinse, and drying phases of the selected program. This is not an error or fault code. You can simply open the door and remove your clean dishes.

No, CL is not a safety concern. It is a routine status message indicating the wash cycle has ended. There are no hazardous conditions associated with this indicator when it appears at the end of a normal cycle. If it appears during a cycle in an unexpected way, the machine should be inspected to confirm all cycle phases are running correctly, but this is a functional concern rather than a safety issue.

Because CL is normally just an end-of-cycle message, most homeowners will not incur any repair costs. If the display appears at abnormal times due to a control board fault, the cost to replace the main control board typically ranges from $150 to $400 depending on the specific model and whether a technician is hired for the replacement. A service call to diagnose the issue generally adds $75 to $150 in labor costs.

Opening the dishwasher door will typically clear the CL message, as the display resets when the door latch is released. Alternatively, pressing the power button to turn the unit off will also remove the indication. If CL persists after opening the door and powering the unit off and on, a power reset at the circuit breaker for a few minutes may resolve a control board software glitch.

Yes, a simple reset will clear the CL display. Turning the dishwasher off using the power button or cutting power at the circuit breaker for a few minutes will reset the control board and remove the CL indication. Because CL is a normal status message rather than a fault code, no special reset procedure is required.