T5 DSLR Camera Flash Not Working

[chas3m3]

I recently discovered that the flash on my device isn't working. Every time I attempt to use it I receive the following message:

Error 05: The built in flash could not be raised. Turn the camera off and on again. If anyone has any suggestions on how to fix this, I would greatly appreciated it. I have turned it off and on again so many time and still receive the same message.

[jrhoffman75]

Flash may be stuck or jammed.

Press the flash popup button and carefully try to raise the flash by using a credit card as a pry device. If it doesn't pop up that way (meaning it is likely jammed vs stuck) it will need repair.

[ebiggs1]

"Flash may be stuck or jammed."

Unless you hit it while it was up it is more likely just gummed up.  I use m y fingernail to "help" it up.  The camera only tries for a short time so you must do it quickly. If you are successful try to clean the mech with some alcohol. 

[John_]

This You Tube might help you https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av3t5RNY5PY 

[chas3m3]

Thank you all.

[jrhoffman75]

Let us know how things work out.