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Easy · 4 minError codesBrother

Clear “Replace Toner” (continue mode)

The printer says “Replace Toner” but pages still look fine. You can switch to Continue mode to use the remaining toner, or reset the counter if it's a non-Brother cartridge.

01 · Identify — does this match what you see?

  • “Replace Toner” or “Toner Low” with good print quality
  • Printer won't print until toner is “replaced”
  • You refilled or use a compatible toner cartridge

02 · Resolve — follow in order

  1. 1

    Open the front cover (where the toner lives) and leave it open.

  2. 2

    Press and hold “Clear” or “Back” (or “OK” on some panels) for 3 seconds until the menu changes.

  3. 3

    For each toner colour the printer asks about, choose “Continue” to keep printing with the current cartridge.

  4. 4

    Close the front cover. The message clears and printing resumes.

  5. 5

    Monitor print quality — when pages genuinely fade, replace the toner for real.

Pro tip

Continue mode uses the toner until it's empty. Print a test page weekly and watch for fading bands at the page edge — that's the true “time to replace” signal.

03 · Applies to

HL-L2350DWMFC-L2710DWHL-L8360CDWDCP-L2540DW

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