# 1-866-203-7571 Canon Printer Not Printing [Fixed]
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Canon printers are widely recognized for reliability, print quality, and affordability. However, like any printer brand, Canon printers can sometimes stop printing due to software issues, hardware problems, connectivity errors, or incorrect settings.
If your **Canon printer is not printing**, printing blank pages, refusing to print color/black, showing errors, or simply staying offline, this comprehensive guide provides expert-level solutions to help you fix the issue at home without needing professional repair.
This detailed 3000-word article covers:
* Causes behind Canon printing issues
* Step-by-step fixes for Windows, Mac, WiFi & USB
* Nozzle & printhead troubleshooting
* Ink, driver, and hardware solutions
* Error message fixes
* Advanced technician-level resets
* When to call support: **1-866-203-7571**
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# **Why Is My Canon Printer Not Printing?**
There are many reasons why a Canon printer stops printing. Understanding the cause helps you apply the right fix efficiently.
### **Common Causes**
1. Printer not connected or detected
2. Low or empty ink
3. Clogged printhead
4. Paper jams
5. Wrong print settings
6. Outdated or corrupt drivers
7. WiFi issues
8. Offline printer status
9. Print spooler errors
10. Hardware malfunctions
The good news? **Most of these issues can be fixed at home**, and this guide will walk you through every possible solution.
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# **SECTION 1: Basic Checks (Start Here)**
Before jumping into advanced troubleshooting, perform these basic checks:
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## **1. Make Sure the Printer is ON**
A surprisingly common cause is the printer not being powered.
✔ Check LED display
✔ Ensure power cable is fully inserted
✔ Verify outlet power
✔ Ensure printer isn’t in sleep mode
If the printer doesn't turn on, unplug it for 30 seconds and plug it back in.
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## **2. Check For Error Messages**
Canon printers display errors like:
* E05 / U052 – Printhead error
* E03 – Paper jam
* E31 – WiFi issue
* B200 – Serious hardware issue
Write down or remember the code—this guide covers many error fixes later.
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## **3. Ensure Paper Is Loaded Correctly**
Printers stop printing when:
* No paper is loaded
* Paper is stuck
* Wrong size paper detected
Reload the paper and realign it properly.
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## **4. Check Ink Levels**
Low or empty ink prevents printing.
On Canon printers:
* Press the INFO button
* Check ink status on display
* Open Canon IJ Utility (PC/Mac)
If an ink cartridge is empty or incompatible, the printer may refuse to print entirely.
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# **SECTION 2: Fix Canon Printer Not Printing (Windows)**
If you're using a Windows PC, follow these steps.
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## **1. Set Canon as the Default Printer**
1. Go to **Control Panel → Devices and Printers**
2. Right-click your Canon printer
3. Select **Set as default printer**
If another printer is selected, your Canon printer might not print anything.
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## **2. Clear the Print Queue**
A stuck print job often blocks other tasks.
1. Go to **Settings → Devices → Printers**
2. Select **Canon Printer**
3. Click **Open Queue**
4. Cancel all pending documents
5. Restart the printer
This alone fixes 50% of printing issues.
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## **3. Restart Print Spooler Service**
1. Press **Windows + R**
2. Type **services.msc**
3. Find **Print Spooler**
4. Right-click → **Restart**
If spooler fails, reinstall the Canon driver.
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## **4. Reinstall Canon Printer Driver**
Driver corruption is one of the **most common reasons Canon printers stop printing**.
### Steps:
1. Go to **Control Panel**
2. Click **Uninstall a Program**
3. Remove **Canon Printer Driver**
4. Restart PC
5. Download fresh drivers from Canon’s website
6. Reinstall them
If the printer still won’t print, jump to firmware & advanced fixes below.
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# **SECTION 3: Fix Canon Printer Not Printing (Mac)**
Mac systems often block printing due to permissions or driver conflicts.
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## **1. Reset Printing System (Highly Effective)**
1. Open **System Preferences**
2. Click **Printers & Scanners**
3. Right-click on blank space
4. Select **Reset Printing System**
5. Add your Canon printer again
This clears all stuck print queues and driver conflicts.
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## **2. Reinstall Printer Driver**
Mac users often need updated Canon drivers after OS updates.
Download from Canon website → Install → Restart Mac.
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# **SECTION 4: Fix Canon Printer Not Printing Over WiFi**
Wireless issues are extremely common.
### **Common WiFi Problems**
* Printer far from router
* Wrong password
* Network channel interference
* Router blocking the printer
* Router IP address conflicts
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## **Step 1: Restart Everything**
✔ Printer
✔ Router
✔ PC/Phone
This refreshes the network and resolves temporary glitches.
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## **Step 2: Reconnect WiFi on Canon Printer**
For most Canon PIXMA models:
1. Press the **WiFi** button
2. Hold until the WiFi lamp flashes
3. Press **WPS** on router
4. Wait until the lamp becomes steady
If printer fails to connect, reset the network settings.
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## **Step 3: Reset Network Settings**
1. Go to **Setup**
2. Select **Device Settings**
3. Choose **LAN Settings**
4. Select **Reset LAN**
Try reconnecting again.
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# **SECTION 5: Canon Printer Printing Blank Pages**
If your Canon printer is printing blank pages, it likely has:
* Clogged nozzles
* Dried printhead
* Empty cartridges
* Incorrect settings
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## **Fix 1: Clean the Printhead (Automatic)**
1. Open **Canon IJ Utility**
2. Select **Cleaning**
3. Choose **Deep Cleaning**
4. Print a test page
Deep cleaning uses more ink but clears stubborn clogs.
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## **Fix 2: Clean Printhead Manually (Expert Level)**
If auto cleaning fails, perform a manual cleaning:
1. Remove the printhead
2. Soak it in warm distilled water
3. Rinse until water runs clear
4. Let it dry for 24 hours
5. Reinstall
This is one of the most effective fixes.
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# **SECTION 6: Canon Printer Not Printing Color / Black**
If color printing fails, try these:
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## **1. Remove Protective Tape (New Cartridges)**
New Canon cartridges have protective seals that must be removed. If not removed, ink cannot flow.
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## **2. Run “Color Cleaning”**
Use the Canon utility tool to clean color nozzles specifically.
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## **3. Disable “Grayscale Printing”**
If enabled, the printer will not use color ink.
Windows:
**Printer Properties → Preferences → Color → Disable Grayscale**
Mac:
**Print Settings → Color Matching → Normal Color**
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# **SECTION 7: Canon Printer Offline – Not Printing**
If the printer appears **offline**, it will not print at all.
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## **Fix 1: Disable “Use Printer Offline”**
1. Control Panel → Devices & Printers
2. Select Canon printer
3. Right-click
4. Uncheck **Use Printer Offline**
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## **Fix 2: Re-add Printer**
Sometimes Windows creates a duplicate offline printer.
1. Remove the old one
2. Add the printer again
3. Restart spooler service
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# **SECTION 8: Paper Jam – Canon Printer Not Printing**
Paper jams prevent printing even when no paper seems stuck.
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## **Fix: Remove Jammed Paper Properly**
1. Turn off printer
2. Open rear tray
3. Remove jammed paper slowly
4. Open front paper output slot
5. Rotate rollers manually
6. Remove all debris
Do NOT pull paper forcefully—it can damage the printhead assembly.
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# **SECTION 9: Canon Printer Not Printing Due to Ink System Errors**
Errors like **B200, 5B00, 5200, U052** often stop printing completely.
Here’s how to fix common ones.
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## **Error 5B00 (Waste Ink Absorber Full)**
Fixes:
✔ Reset waste ink counter
✔ Clean ink pads manually
✔ Replace absorber (professional)
If not fixed, call: **1-866-203-7571**
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## **Error U052 (Printhead Not Recognized)**
Fixes:
✔ Remove & reinstall printhead
✔ Clean contacts
✔ Perform reset
✔ Replace printhead
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## **Error 5200 (Overheating Issue)**
Fixes:
✔ Power cycle
✔ Reset printer
✔ Replace cartridges
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# **SECTION 10: Advanced Fix – Reset Your Canon Printer**
This reset fixes 90% of deep software issues.
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## **Hard Reset**
1. Power OFF printer
2. Unplug power cable
3. Wait 60 seconds
4. Hold **Power** button
5. Plug cable back while holding
6. Release power button
This refreshes internal memory.
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## **Factory Reset**
1. Open **Setup**
2. Go to **Device Settings**
3. Select **Reset Settings**
4. Choose **Reset All**
This reverts everything to factory defaults.
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## **Ink Reset**
Resetting ink levels works when Canon falsely reports empty cartridges.
1. Remove cartridge
2. Reinsert
3. Hold **Stop** for 15 seconds
4. Ink level resets automatically
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# **SECTION 11: USB Canon Printer Not Printing**
If printing via USB, check:
* Faulty USB cable
* Loose connection
* Wrong USB port
* Driver conflict
Try using a new cable or port.
Restart the printer and computer.
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# **SECTION 12: Canon Mobile Printing Not Working**
If printing from smartphone/tablet fails:
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## **Fix Canon Mobile Printing**
✔ Install **Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY** app
✔ Connect phone and printer to same WiFi
✔ Re-add printer in app
✔ Restart router
✔ Reset network settings
AirPrint (iPhone):
* Ensure printer supports AirPrint
* Ensure WiFi is active
* Restart iPhone
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# **SECTION 13: Firmware Update to Fix Printing Errors**
Canon firmware updates fix bugs & improve printing.
1. Open **Canon IJ Utility**
2. Go to **Firmware Update**
3. Select **Update**
4. Restart printer
If the update fails, try using USB instead of WiFi.
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# **SECTION 14: When to Call Canon Technician (1-866-203-7571)**
If you’ve tried all the above and still face issues, the problem might be caused by:
* Damaged printhead
* Laser assembly malfunction
* Faulty logic board
* Firmware corruption
* Waste ink absorber failure
* Internal sensor damage
These require expert help.
Call **Canon Printer Support at 1-866-203-7571** for:
✔ Remote troubleshooting
✔ Driver repair
✔ Printhead replacement support
✔ Error code fixing
✔ Firmware issues
✔ Diagnostics
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# **SECTION 15: Professional Tips to Prevent Future Printing Issues**
To keep your Canon printer working smoothly:
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### ✔ Print at least once every 7–10 days
Prevents ink drying and clogging.
### ✔ Keep your printer clean
Dust affects print quality and sensors.
### ✔ Use original or high-quality ink
Cheap refills clog printheads.
### ✔ Keep firmware updated
Avoids bugs and compatibility issues.
### ✔ Store the printer in a dust-free area
Humidity & dust reduce printer life.
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# **Conclusion**
When a **Canon printer is not printing**, the cause may be as simple as a wrong setting, driver issue, paper jam, clogged printhead, or WiFi problem. Using the solutions in this complete **3000-word troubleshooting guide**, you can fix:
✔ Blank printing
✔ Color not printing
✔ Printer offline
✔ WiFi issues
✔ Paper jams
✔ Driver & firmware errors
✔ Printhead problems
If your Canon printer still refuses to print after following all the fixes, you may require advanced diagnostics.
📞 **For expert assistance, call Canon Support: 1-866-203-7571**
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