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Fix the 1403 print head not installed error

1403 (and 1401/1485) means the printer cannot read the print head. Reseating and cleaning the contacts fixes most cases.

01 · Identify — does this match what you see?

  • “1403” or “The type of print head is incorrect”
  • Error appears right after a cartridge change

02 · Resolve — follow in order

  1. 1

    Power off, open the cover, and wait for the carriage to stop moving.

  2. 2

    Remove all cartridges, then lift the grey lever and take out the print head.

  3. 3

    Wipe the gold contacts on the head and inside the carriage with a lint-free cloth and a little distilled water.

  4. 4

    Let everything dry fully, refit the head, close the lever until it clicks, then refit the cartridges.

  5. 5

    Close the cover and power on. Run a nozzle check.

Pro tip

Never touch the gold contacts with bare fingers — skin oil is enough to break the connection again.

03 · Applies to

PIXMA MG5720PIXMA iX6820PIXMA MX922

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