611370 Genuine Door Hinge Rope for Bosch, Siemens, Neff Dishwashers, BSH Hinge System Cord Also Listed as 00611370

If your dishwasher door falls open with a thud, a broken hinge rope is a common cause. 611370 is a genuine BSH rope for the door hinge system, also written as 00611370, for Bosch, Siemens and Neff dishwashers. The rope links the door hinge to its balance spring so the door opens smoothly and doesn't crash down.

Bosch dishwasher door dropping open? Check the hinge rope

BSH dishwashers balance the weight of the door with springs mounted low in the sides of the cabinet. A rope runs from each hinge, usually around a pulley, to its spring, so the spring takes up the door's weight as it opens. When a rope frays or snaps, that side loses its support. The door then drops open heavily, sits unevenly or springs shut, and you may hear a snap or see a loose cord near the base. A broken rope also puts extra load on the hinge on the other side.

Part details

• Genuine BSH part 611370
• Also written as 00611370
• Rope for the dishwasher door hinge system
• Connects the hinge to the door balance spring

Fitting a new hinge rope

Unplug the dishwasher and turn off the water tap. You'll normally need to slide the dishwasher out of its cavity and remove the side or base covers to reach the rope and spring. Take a photo of how the rope runs before removing it. If one rope has failed, check the other side too, as both have done the same work. Finally, test that the door lowers gently and closes without slamming.

Questions about this part

Do I need to replace both hinge ropes?

Only the broken one has to be replaced, but both ropes have worn for the same length of time. Checking the other side while the dishwasher is out can save doing the job twice. Look over the springs for stretching or damage at the same time.