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E5 FAULT CODE
Worcester Bosch

Flow Temperature Too High

High Severity Engineer Required

The boiler flow temperature has exceeded 105°C — the maximum safe limit. A serious overheat condition.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

  1. Step 1

    Turn off the boiler immediately

  2. Step 2

    Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes

  3. Step 3

    Do not reset without first calling a Gas Safe engineer

  4. Step 4 Engineer only

    This typically indicates pump failure or heat exchanger scale build-up

Gas Safe Reminder

Work on gas appliances must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The steps above cover safe checks a homeowner can perform - any internal component replacement requires a qualified professional. If in doubt, always call an engineer.

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