Canon MG5751 Ink Absorber Full Reset

The “Ink Absorber Full” / service required message on Canon MG5751 is common after many cleaning cycles. In most cases, a counter reset restores printing.

During head cleaning, surplus ink is routed to internal absorber pads. Canon MG5751 monitors this via a counter and can lock printing at a threshold.

This page is prepared for Canon MG5751. 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

How to Enter Service Mode on Canon MG5751

Some Canon series require entering service mode before the ink absorber counter can be reset.

1. Turn the printer OFF.
2. Press and hold Stop/Reset.
3. While holding Stop/Reset, press and hold Power.
4. Release Stop/Reset (keep holding Power).
5. Press Stop/Reset 6 times.
6. Release Power — the printer should enter service mode.

If it doesn’t work, repeat the sequence carefully. The press count depends on the series.

Reset the Ink Absorber Counter

Once the counter is cleared, Canon MG5751 should exit the locked state and printing should resume normally.

Important Notes

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

Need a reset solution?

For best results, avoid rushing button presses—consistent timing matters.

Common Fixes

• Use the correct Stop/Reset press count for your series.
• Close other Canon printer utilities while resetting.
• Repeat the service mode steps carefully (timing matters).
• Power-cycle the printer and try again.
• Try a different USB cable/port if using PC software.

Frequently Asked Questions