Bosch 00422244 Genuine OEM Cold Water Inlet Valve for Bosch Washers

The media could not be loaded. Replacement dropped right in. If this unit fails to work or starts leaking at any point, I'll update this review.Appears to be an exact replacement for Bosch part number 00422244How to install1. Unplug electrical supply2. Turn off water supply line3. Remove the two T20 torx screws from top cover4. Slide top cover towards back of machine and remove5. Disconnect cold water line (catch excess water)6. Disconnect interior water distribution hoses (catch excess water with a rag)7. Remove the interior electric connector on the valve (push down on tab and slide connector out)8. Remove valve (raise tab on outside of machine and slide valve in direction of tab. See video)Before connecting the cold water line, make sure the threads and seals are clear of debris.Before returning the washing machine into position, run a cycle and check for leaks.

Our 17-year-old Bosch washer was making noise on the initial water fill and the water flow under the soap lid was different. It would eventually kick over to normal but was taking longer and longer. I took a gamble this part had failed and ordered a new one. It was a small gamble compared to buying a new $1,500 washer. The part came in a plastic bag, not a box. The retainer tab that holds the valve in the washer's back panel was partially broken. It was still usable and took about 20 minutes to pull the washer out of its space, replace the part and put all back together. Machine works like new now. I would recommend the manufacturer or distributor ship this in a small box to protect it better.

Perfect fit for my Bosch Washer WFMC2201UC/03. The cold water would continue to trickle into the drum after a wash was done and the unit turned off. So I decided to replace bother cold and hot at the same time since the washer would be opened.This really was as easy a fix as can be. These valves are right on top and it’s literally 2 screws to get to them.

Purchased this valve as our otherwise perfectly performing 18 year old Bosch washing machine was slowly collecting water in the drum between washes.Out of the box, the part differed to the Amazon image as some plastic components were teal green in color. Installation was very straight forward. However two issues became evident as soon as the machine was plugged back in, and the water hoses reconnected.Critically, the solenoid valve immediately failed. We also found that water poured out of the new part and into the body of the washing machine. On inspection the original part was rigidly constructed. The component parts of this OEM unit were very loosely put together, and wobbling. Poor construction was likely responsible for both the leaking and the solenoid failure.As a fyi, there was no option but to clean up the old valve and put it back in the machine ( slow leak vs deluge). I'm happy to report no water has collected in the machine drum some 3 days later. Perhaps it's worth trying to clean the old valve first, before jumping to buy a potentially substandard replacement?

I have a Bosch front loaded washing machine. With washing machine off, over night, the drum would have water in it. The drum was empty after washing clothes, so this was a slow leak. I purchased this cold water inlet valve to fix the issue.I was able to tell it was a problem with the cold water inlet through a test. I shut off the cold water to the machine. Let it sit over night. and the drum was dry. I turned off the hot water to the machine, turned the cold water back on. Let it sit over night and there was water.I am not trained in this in any way, but the fix was easy. I did watch a few youtube videos. Here are the basic steps, but this is not a guide. Please watch a video for a better explanation or call a repair person.Essentially, unplug the machine from the outlet, disconnect the water, then you take out two screws from the top back of the machine to take the top off. This coldwater inlet valve is at the top back of the machine. With the lid off, I disconnected the hosed and the power to the existing coldwater inlet valve. The cold water inlet valve will have two small tubs hooked up to it internally. The hot water valve just has one tube hooked up to it internally. The valve clips into the back of the machine. I would find a youtube video that shows how to remove the old valve and put in the new valve. You just need a flat head screwdriver to do it.

This fit a Bosch Vision Series 500 DLX clothes washer; model WFVC5400UC/20 puchased 2/2010. This is the cold water inlet value. The previous one was leaking. I also replaced the hot water value since I was already into taking apart the washer. Also, as a suggestion, you should replace the hot and cold water hoses connecting to your house water system at the same time especially if you have the washer and dryer stacked. Those lines will go bad over time and leak, usually when you are on vacation.

This is my third valve. The first was returned. The second was noisy and slams shut. Rather than be a troublesome consumer wanting to exchange a perfectly functional (yet noisy) valve, I just ordered a new one and will have a backup should I need it for my wonderful 18 year old Bosch Next washer.

OEM part for a great price. Easy fix for a leaking valve.