Can not align Printer Cartridges

[gsk8]

Hello,
I recently installed new cartridges 240 and 241 in Pixma Mx472 printer.
It prints wavy print.
I have done Cartridge Print Alignment - Manually and System Driven - number of times without any avail
Could Bad Print Cartridge create misalignment?
By the way, I updated Firmware prior to installing Cartridges - Could that be 'cause of misalignment?

[Patrick · Accepted solution]

Hi gsk8,

Based on your description of the issue that you are experiencing, it would appear as though the encoder/timing strip is dirty and would need to be cleaned.  To perform this, please follow the steps outlined in the following Knowledgebase Article available from Canon's web site:

https://support.usa.canon.com/kb/index?page=content&id=ART143651

[gsk8]

Thank You, Patrick!!