Canon Service Tool 4905 -

Canon Service Tool v4905 is a specialized utility used to reset the "Waste Ink Absorber" counter (error 5B00) and perform maintenance on a wide range of Canon Pixma printers. Compatible Printer Series

This version supports numerous legacy and modern models, including: G1000, G2000, G2400, G3000, G3400. MG Series: MG2140, MG3540, MG3670, MG5240, MG7770. IP Series: iP2700, iP3600, iP4840, iP7240. MX Series: MX320, MX397, MX497, MX537. IX Series: iX6500, iX6840, iX7000. It generally

reset "disposable" or very entry-level models like the MG24xx, MG25xx, E40x, or E41x series without a physical firmware flash. How to Use Service Tool 4905 To use the tool, your printer must first be in Service Mode Step 1: Enter Service Mode Turn the printer but keep it plugged in. Press and hold the Stop/Reset While holding Stop, press and hold the Release the button (keep holding Power). 5 or 6 times

(depending on the model). The light should alternate between green and orange. Release the canon service tool 4905

button. If the green light stays solid, you are in Service Mode. Step 2: Reset the Counter Connect your printer to a PC via (Wi-Fi will not work for this). ServiceTool_V4905.exe In the "Main" tab, look for the Ink Absorber Counter Ensure "Counter Value" is set to 0% and click

The printer should print a page (D=000.0), confirming the reset. Common Error Codes If the tool doesn't work, check these common codes: Error 002:

The tool version does not support your specific printer model. Error 005: Canon Service Tool v4905 is a specialized utility

The printer is not recognized (check USB cable or Service Mode). Error 006: The printer did not successfully enter Service Mode.

Using incorrect service tools or failing to enter Service Mode properly can lock the printer's mainboard (EEPROM), requiring a hardware replacement. printer model are you trying to reset? Unbrick Service Mode | Page 2 - PrinterKnowledge

Technical Paper: Canon Service Tool v4905

Subject: Analysis, Functionality, and Operational Procedures for Canon Inkjet Printer Maintenance Version Discussed: v4905 Target Audience: Printer Technicians, System Administrators, Advanced Users Technical Paper: Canon Service Tool v4905 Subject: Analysis,

Part 4: Step-by-Step Guide to Using Canon Service Tool 4905

Disclaimer: This process involves entering your printer’s service mode. One wrong click can corrupt the EEPROM. Follow exactly.

A. "Error 006" / "Error 009"

These are the most common errors encountered when using the tool.

• Error 006: Indicates a cable/communication issue or that the printer is not actually in Service Mode.
• Error 009: Usually indicates that the antivirus software is blocking the tool or that the main logic board (main board) has an EEPROM issue.

Ink Level Reset for Refilled Cartridges

For models that use chip-based cartridges (PGI-225/CLI-226, etc.):

• Place refilled cartridges in the printer.
• In the tool, click "Ink Level Reset" – this tells the printer the cartridges are full.