How to fix the 5 E5 error message in canon pixma mp140 printers Sometimes this error shows up when your canon printer does not recognized the ink cartridges that is installed in it. The reason must be that the ink cartridges are not properly attached to the printer’s contacts or that all the contacts on the printer and cartridges have become dirty. In such case, you will need to fix this issue. At Canon printer technical support, we have provided you few steps to overcome this issue. If in case these steps will not proved beneficial for your, then we can provide you the another resolution at Canon printer tech support NZ.
Step1- First, disconnect the printer’s power cord. You can detach it both from the power outlet it’s attached to, or directly from the printer. Be very careful and avoid all direct contact with electricity Step2- Then presses the stop/reset button on the printer’s main panel, and reconnects the printer’s power cable while pressing it down. The next image will show you how the stop/reset button looks. Step3- While pressing the stop/reset button hit the on/off button once. Please do not let go of the stop/reset button until you’ve pressed the on/off one. Step4- Lets go of the stop/reset button and press it two times in a row. Step5- The printer should now rest for 30 to 40 seconds. Please let it rest and don’t do anything to it during this short period of time. Step6- Now, press the stop/reset buttons four (4) consecutive times. You must push the button slowly but firmly each time to achieve your goal of restoring the printer. Step7- Finally, press the on/off button on your printer twice; the error message should have disappeared by now. If it doesn’t, please read the next possible solution.