Step 1 ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) From the Quality menu on the printer control panel, select Color Adjust. ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Resend the print job.
Is the print still too dark? | Go to step 2. | The problem is solved. |
Step 2 ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) From the Quality menu on the printer control panel, reduce the toner darkness. Note: 4 is the factory default setting. ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Resend the print job.
Is the print still too dark? | Go to step 3. | The problem is solved. |
Step 3 ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) From the printer control panel, set the paper type, texture, and weight in the Paper menu to match the paper loaded in the tray. ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Resend the print job.
Is the tray set to the type, texture, and weight of the paper loaded? | Go to step 4. | Change the paper loaded in the tray to match the paper type, texture, and weight specified in the tray settings. |
Step 4 ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Depending on your operating system, specify the paper type, texture and weight from Printing Preferences or from the Print dialog. ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Resend the print job.
Is the print still too dark? | Go to step 5. | The problem is solved. |
Step 5 Check if the paper loaded in the tray has texture or rough finishes. Are you printing on textured or rough paper? | From the printer control panel, set the paper texture in the Paper menu to match the paper loaded on the tray. | Go to step 6. |
Step 6 ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Load paper from a fresh package. Note: Paper absorbs moisture due to high humidity. Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it. ![](https://publications.lexmark.com/media/ids_assets/images/transparent.png) Resend the print job.
Is the print still too dark? | Go to step 7. | The problem is solved. |
Step 7 Replace the imaging kit, and then resend the print job. Is the print still too dark? | Contact customer support. | The problem is solved. |