While holding Power, press the button exactly 5 times (or 6 times on certain MAXIFY/G-series models). The indicator LED will flash between green and orange with each sequence press.
Resetting the ink absorber counter is straightforward but requires careful attention to the correct sequence. Any deviation can cause error messages or fail to reset the printer.
Resets the main and platen ink absorber counters to zero. canon service tool v5103
Its most common use is to clear the "Ink Absorber Full" error (often indicated by support codes like 5B00 or 5B02), which normally prevents the printer from operating. EEPROM Operations:
A: Physically, no—the reset merely changes a digital counter. However, if the waste ink pad is truly saturated and overflowing, resetting the counter without replacing the pad can lead to ink leaking inside the printer, causing electrical damage. While holding Power, press the button exactly 5
Canon does not distribute Service Tool v5103 to the public. It is leaked software. Consequently, it is frequently bundled with malware in "free download" repositories. A legitimate copy is usually a small .exe file; if the download is a massive ZIP file with installers, it is likely compromised.
Service mode bypasses normal firmware checks: Any deviation can cause error messages or fail
The power light will flash and then stay lit. The printer is now in Service Mode. Phase 2: Running the Tool
Do not treat this as a simple software hack. Real risks exist: