Canon MP235 Service Required Error – Reset Solution

Canon MP235 Ink Absorber Full Reset

When Canon MP235 triggers an ink absorber full condition, the printer may block printing as a protective measure. The solution is typically a waste ink counter reset.

During head cleaning, surplus ink is routed to internal absorber pads. Canon MP235 monitors this via a counter and can lock printing at a threshold.

This page is prepared for Canon MP235. Service mode instructions are shown only when a matching series procedure is known.

What You May Notice

Service / maintenance warning on the screen or driver
Printer refuses to print even with ink available
Blinking lights and queued jobs fail
Error reappears after restart

Clear the Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter

After service mode is enabled (if required), the waste ink counter can be reset using a supported reset procedure/software.

Warnings

Resetting the counter does not physically clean the absorber pads. For heavy usage, pads may eventually need cleaning or replacement.

Reset tools and instructions

Buy Reset Key ⬇️ Download Wic Reset Connect Instructions

If your model does not show a service mode section, it means no matching procedure was found for its series.

FAQ

How many times should I press Stop/Reset?

It depends on the series. Many use 5 presses; PRO/imagePROGRAF/MG use 6 in this generator.

Does every Canon model need service mode?

No. The generator shows service mode steps only when the series procedure is known.

Does reset clean the absorber pads?

No. It resets the counter (software). Pads may still require physical maintenance in high-usage cases.

How long does it take?

Usually a few minutes once the correct steps are followed.

Guide prepared for Canon MP235 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.