Phaser 6130 Color Laser Printer Service Manual 3-69
Error Messages and Codes
Sub Motor Error
The Sub Motor has failed.
Applicable Chain Link
■ Chain Link 042-326: Sub Motor Error
Initial Actions
■ Cycle printer power.
■ If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
■ MCU Board, PL8.2.13
■ Sub Drive Assembly, PL7.1.1
■ “Map 1 - Transfer Unit, Control Panel, 
Imaging Unit, Dispenser, Fuser” on 
page 10-8
■ “Map 3 - LVPS, Drive Motors, I/P Board, 
AC Power” on page 10-10
Troubleshooting Procedure Table 
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Imaging Unit and Fuser for 
correct installation. Are the Imaging 
Unit and Fuser correctly installed?
Go to step 3. Reseat the 
Imaging Unit 
and Fuser. 
Go to step 2.
2 Does the error still occur? Go to step 3. Complete.
3 1.Close the Front Cover.
2.Perform the Sub Motor test 
(page 4-28): Service Mode > 
Engine Diag > Motor Test > Sub 
Motor FULL2.
Does the Sub Motor operate properly?
Replace the 
MCU Board 
(page 8-59).
Go to step 4.
4 Check the wiring harness connectors 
P/J22 and P/J221 between the MCU 
Board and the Sub Drive Assembly. 
Are the connectors securely 
connected?
Go to step 6. Reconnect the 
connectors. Go 
to step 5.
5 Does the error still occur? Go to step 6. Complete.
6 Check the Sub Drive Assembly for 
correct installation. 
Is it correctly installed?
Go to step 8. Reseat the Main 
Drive. Go to 
step 7.
7 Does the error still occur? Go to step 8. Complete.