Canon Service Tool V5204 Download New! -
Resetting the counter does not physically empty the ink pads. If you reset it multiple times without cleaning the absorbers, ink may eventually leak and damage your furniture or the printer's internal electronics.
The printer should print a confirmation page. Once done, turn the printer off and back on to return to normal operation. Important Safety & Download Warnings
Run the .exe file (you may need to disable antivirus or run as Administrator). Canon Service Tool V5204 Download
Allows users to read and write the printer's EEPROM data for troubleshooting.
This version of the Service Tool is highly sought after because it supports a wide range of popular Canon printer series from the mid-2010s: Resetting the counter does not physically empty the ink pads
Canon Service Tool V5204 is compatible with many models, including:
Clears the internal page counter that triggers "ink absorber full" errors. Once done, turn the printer off and back
While holding Power, release the button, then press it 5 times (the light should toggle between green and orange).
Canon does not officially release this tool to the public; it is meant for authorized service centers. Downloads found on forums or third-party sites like ORPYS or PrintBlog are often paid or hardware-locked to one PC.
Using the wrong version of the Service Tool (e.g., using an older v3400 on a newer G-series) can permanently lock the printer's service mode.