Canon Pixma G3110 Error P02 | Carriage Movement Issue
Error code P02 on the Canon Pixma G3110 (alternating 'P' and '02' on the LCD screen) represents a carriage drag or jam issue. The mainboard disables the carrier motors when it senses a physical resistance peak.
Common causes
- 1Thick, dirty lubricant buildup on the main steel guide shaft.
- 2The parking/capping assembly on the far right is jammed with congealed ink.
- 3Small slivers of paper resting on the carrier drive belt gears.
Solutions
How to Fix Carriage Drag Fault P02
This physical safety mechanism prevents motors from burning out when the printhead encounters sliding friction.
Solution 1: Clean and Lubricate the Metal Shaft
Over months of use, factory grease on the metal slider rod combines with paper fibers and ink vapor to form a thick sludge.- Shut down the printer completely.
- Using a clean, lint-free paper towel, wipe the silver rod located behind the print carriage until clean.
- Apply a single drop of sewing machine oil or synthetic printer lubricant to the metal shaft. Manually slide the carriage side-to-side to spread the oil.
Solution 2: Clear Service Station Gunk
The service station (purge assembly) at the extreme right can accumulate solid, rubber-like ink residue over time.- Inspect the rightmost docking tray with a flashlight.
- Gently remove solid or sticky ink deposits that might be preventing the carriage from locking flat.
Steps to follow
- 1
Clean the metal guide bar
Wipe away black grease buildup from the silver guide rod running across the inner chassis.
- 2
Check the parking station
Inspect the right side docking park for hard ink scale or jammed wiper blades.
- 3
Lubricate the shaft
Spread a micro-thin layer of synthetic oil along the shaft to restore smooth slide friction.
Frequently asked questions
No. WD-40 is a solvent, not a permanent lubricant. It will quickly strip the remaining grease and attract more dust. Use high-purity silicone grease or light machine oil instead.