Canon MX498 Ink Absorber Reset Without Service Center

Canon MX498 Ink Absorber Full Reset

Canon MX498 can lock printing when the waste ink (ink absorber) counter hits a predefined threshold. This guide explains how to reset it.

Inside Canon printers, absorber pads collect excess ink from cleaning and maintenance cycles. The printer uses an internal counter to estimate pad saturation.

This page is prepared for Canon MX498. 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.

Important Notes

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every Canon model need service mode?

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

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 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 MX498 – Ink Absorber / Waste Ink Counter Reset using Wic Reset Connect.