My Canon PIXMA printer has error code 5012 how to fix it, please

Hello, this is from the service manual
22 times Flatbed motor error
[5012] (1) Flatbed motor flexible cable connection:
-> Re-connect the cable.
(2) If the error still occurs:
-> Replace the part(s) listed on the right (under
"Parts to be replaced if the listed solutions are
not effective").
-Scanner unit with the flatbed motor cable

Hi Steve,
Please try Josh's Lab solution (on YouTube):
Josh Lab 9 Canon Printer Error 6A00 Fixed

G'Luck !

You can find the user manual here: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/support/consumer/printers_multifunction/pixma_mp_series/pixma_mp560#BrochuresAndManuals

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From the service manual, both errors relate to the scanner unit:

[5012] An error occurred in the scanner FB motor.
(1) Cable connection (2) Part replacement: - Scanner unit

[5050] The AFE was faulty.
(1) Cable connection (2) Part replacement: - Scanner unit

I don't know if the following YouTube video will help, but you could watch and see if it applies to your printer.

Error 5011 and 5012 Printer Canon MG 2570 MP 237 MP258

Go to Canon U.S.A. : Support & Drivers : Consumer & Home Office