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

605

Battery temperature error

The eBike battery is outside its permissible temperature range — too hot after charging or riding in strong heat, or too cold in winter. The system blocks operation to protect the cells. Once the battery has returned to normal temperature and the system is restarted, everything usually works again.

Drive system
Bosch eBike Systems
Category
Battery
Motor behavior
assist off
DIY-friendly?
possible

Roadside self-help

  1. Switch the system off
  2. Let the battery cool down in the shade or warm up indoors
  3. Restart the system

Possible causes

  • Battery too hot (heat, sun, charging) high
  • Battery too cold (winter operation) medium

Symptoms

  • Error 605 on the display
  • No assistance in extreme heat or cold

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible

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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.