E-bike reference

42 e-bike error codes, explained in plain language.

What does the code on your display mean? Causes, roadside self-help and sources — for Bosch, Shimano STEPS, Yamaha and more. Free and maintained with love for the detail. Enjoy the ride!

Bosch eBike Systems Battery

602

Internal battery fault

The battery management system reports an internal error in the eBike battery. Apart from a restart there is no safe self-help; the battery electronics must be checked by a dealer. A battery with an internal fault should not be opened or charged unattended.

Drive system
Bosch eBike Systems
Category
Battery
Motor behavior
behavior unclear
DIY-friendly?
shop recommended

Roadside self-help

  1. Restart the system
  2. If the error persists, have the battery checked by a Bosch dealer

Possible causes

  • Defective battery management electronics medium
  • Fault in the battery cells medium
  • Temporary electronics glitch low

Symptoms

  • Error 602 on the display, possibly while riding
  • Assistance fails or battery no longer charges properly

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: hard
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • dealer diagnostic tool required
  • Component: battery
  • Component: battery management system

Applies to

Sources

How to read e-bike error codes

Unlike cars (OBD-II), e-bike codes are manufacturer-specific: the same number means something different on a Bosch than on a Shimano system. What matters is always the combination of drive system and code.