Brother error code Ink Absorber Near Full
Quick answer
The ink absorber box is nearly full. This is the warning stage before printing stops; Brother directs the owner to Customer Service. Also displayed as "Absorber Near Full".
Caution: This step can be done wrong in a way that is costly or hard to undo, including voiding your warranty. Check your model's manual before proceeding.
Before you try the solution
- 1. Copy the complete message exactly as shown, including any letters, spaces, or punctuation around Ink Absorber Near Full.
- 2. Find the printer's exact model number. The same-looking code can mean something different on another model family.
- 3. Let the current print, scan, or update operation stop before touching controls, paper paths, or covers.
Manufacturer-documented solution
The ink absorber box is nearly full. This is the warning stage before printing stops; Brother directs the owner to Customer Service. Also displayed as "Absorber Near Full".
Model scope: Brother's Error and Maintenance Messages for your exact model
If the error is still there
- 1Return to the screen or job that produced the message and check whether the code has cleared.
- 2If Ink Absorber Near Full returns, do not repeat a risky procedure. Record when it appears and check the documentation for the exact model.
- 3Because this message involves opening the printer, service risk, or possible damage, stop and contact Brother support or a qualified printer technician if it persists.
Other Brother error codes
- Ink Absorber Pad FullThe ink absorber box is full. Brother does not document this as a user-replaceable part — it directs the owner to Brother Customer Service or an authorised service centre. Also displayed as "Ink Absorber Full" on some models.
- Ink Empty XXOne or more ink cartridges are depleted; the machine converts incoming color faxes to black & white until cartridges are replaced. Replace the indicated ink cartridge(s).
- 2-sided DisabledThe back cover is not fully closed, or the 2-sided (duplex) tray is not installed correctly, so duplex printing is disabled. Close the back cover completely and reseat the duplex tray.
- Authentication Error 01The four-digit PIN entered for a Web Connect service account doesn't match the registered account PIN. Re-enter the correct PIN.
- Authentication Error 02The temporary ID used to link a Web Connect account is wrong, already used, or expired (temporary IDs are valid only 24 hours). Get a new temporary ID and retry.
- B&W Print OnlyOne or more colour ink cartridges have reached end of life. The machine still prints in black and white for roughly four weeks before stopping.
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Manufacturer reference
The meaning and documented action above were taken from the manufacturer source below.
Error and Maintenance Messages (MFC-J1010DW, MFC-J1012DW, MFC-J1170DW)Verified against manufacturer documentation, last checked 2026-08-13. PrintDiag has no printers and no technician, so nothing here is claimed as tested on hardware.