Our automated Virtual Assistant is the fastest way to diagnose and solve carriage jam issues in HP printers such as DeskJet, OfficeJet, PhotoSmart, ENVY, and other models.

This HP Support tutorial demonstrates exactly how to fix a carriage jam (E3 error) on HP DeskJet models 2900, 4300, 5100, and 5800.

Jul 4, 2025 · A carriage jam can halt your printing tasks, but most can be resolved with careful troubleshooting. This guide will walk you through the steps to identify and clear common …

Mar 17, 2023 · During a print job, the ink cartridge carriage stalls in the printer, and a Carriage Jam or E3 error displays on the printer control panel. This issue is something very common in...

Fixing the issue is only a matter of lifting and releasing the actuator arm, then moving the carriage again. Disconnect the HP printer from the electrical outlet and open the cover so you can see the carriage …

May 26, 2023 · Check the Carriage from top to bottom for paper shreds that could be stopping it. If there are still bits of paper inside the printer, more jams are likely to happen. You can move the Carriage …

HP printer error code E3 typically indicates a carriage jam – meaning the printhead or cartridge carriage is stuck or unable to move properly. This prevents the printer from operating until the issue is resolved.

Sep 23, 2024 · Turn off the printer and unplug it from the wall. Wait for about a minute before plugging it back in and turning it on. This can sometimes reset error messages. 2. Check for Jammed Paper. …

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During a print job, the ink cartridge carriage stalls in the printer, and a Carriage Jam or E3 error displays on the printer control panel.