E4 Troubleshooting

Paper out (E4) on the HP 302

Source: HP Support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026

The paper tray is empty or the printer cannot pick up paper.

How to fix Paper out (E4)

Load paper

Add paper to the tray and adjust the paper guides. Ensure the paper is not over the maximum fill line.

Source: HP Support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★ Est. 2 min

Clean the pickup roller

If paper is present but not picked up, clean the pickup roller with a damp cloth and let it dry.

Source: HP Support — printer error codes Confidence: 80% Verified Aug 9, 2026
Difficulty: ★★ Est. 10 min

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