Target audience:
Enthusiast and semi-professional photographers, camera repair technicians and DIY owners
Segment:
Prosumer digital SLR segment between the entry-level Rebel series and the professional EOS-1D line
Key advantage:
Complete diagnostic and repair coverage for a durable magnesium-alloy-bodied camera out of production and no longer serviced under warranty
Replacement value:
Keeps a discontinued camera body serviceable at minimal cost
Sensor:
10.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
Processor:
DIGIC III image processor
Viewfinder:
Optical pentaprism SLR viewfinder with 95% frame coverage
Body:
Magnesium alloy chassis with environmental sealing
Coverage areas:
Complete disassembly, diagnostics, adjustment, repair and reassembly of the camera body
Page count:
N/A - not specified for this model
Manual type:
Workshop service and repair manual
Delivery method:
Instant download on completion of payment
Printing:
All pages printable; print only the pages you need for the bench
Contents:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics, specifications and step-by-step instructions
Image sensor assembly:
CMOS sensor unit, low-pass filter and sensor cleaning system
Shutter mechanism:
Shutter unit, mirror box and mirror return mechanism
Autofocus system:
Phase-detection AF module, AF sensors and AF drive circuits
Exposure metering:
35-zone TTL metering sensor and metering circuits
Viewfinder:
Pentaprism, focusing screen, eyepiece and dioptric adjustment
LCD system:
3.0-inch rear LCD, live view circuitry and monitor backlight
Main circuit board:
DIGIC III processor board, power distribution and flex circuits
Power system:
Battery compartment, BP-511A battery contacts and DC power management
CompactFlash interface:
CF card slot, card reader contacts and write circuitry
Controls:
Mode dial, command dials, buttons, multi-controller and switches
Flash system:
Pop-up flash mechanism and hot shoe assembly
Connectivity:
USB port, video out terminal and remote control terminal
Lens mount:
EF/EF-S mount, lens release and electronic contact block
External covers:
Top cover, front cover, rear cover, bottom plate and grip rubber
Weather sealing:
Gaskets and seals at access panels and ports
Diagnostics:
Fault code lists, error identification and troubleshooting flowcharts
Disassembly:
Step-by-step teardown of the complete body with illustrated procedures
Adjustments:
AF calibration, shutter timing, metering adjustment and service menu procedures
Electrical:
Wiring schematics, flex circuit diagrams and component layouts
Reassembly:
Torque references, cable routing and reassembly sequences
Specifications:
Full factory service specifications for all major assemblies
Depth:
Bench-level technician coverage down to individual sub-assembly removal
Illustrations:
Exploded views, schematic diagrams and photorealistic step illustrations
Instructions:
Sequential step-by-step procedures for every repair operation
Skill level:
Suitable for trained technicians and experienced DIY repairers
Exploded diagrams:
Parts exploded views for locating and ordering components
Part identification:
Component names and references throughout the procedures
Consumables:
Greases, adhesives and seal specifications for service work
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Note:
This is a repair manual for the Canon EOS 40D digital SLR camera, not a motor vehicle
Power source:
Rechargeable BP-511A lithium-ion battery pack
Processor:
DIGIC III single-chip image processor
Sensor:
10.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, 22.2 x 14.8 mm
Display:
3.0-inch TFT LCD with live view shooting mode
Storage:
CompactFlash Type I/II card slot (UDMA supported)
Connectivity:
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface and NTSC/PAL video out
Image quality:
JPEG, RAW and RAW+JPEG recording with sRGB/Adobe RGB options
Dust control:
Integrated EOS Integrated Cleaning System with sensor vibration cleaning
Compatibility:
Works with Canon EOS Utility and DPP software via USB
Sensor cleaning:
Automatic EOS Integrated Cleaning System plus manual wet-clean procedure
Periodic checks:
Shutter operation, AF accuracy and metering calibration checks covered in the manual
Battery care:
BP-511A charging, contact cleaning and replacement guidance
Common wear items:
Shutter unit, grip rubber, mode dial, CF card door latch and eyecup
Lubrication:
Factory-specified greases for shutter and mirror box mechanism
Seal service:
Inspection and replacement of body gaskets and port covers
Manufacturer:
Canon Inc., Tokyo, Japan - founded 1937, a leader in imaging and optical products
Model introduction:
EOS 40D announced August 2007 as successor to the EOS 30D
Model evolution:
Expanded the prosumer line with a 10.1 MP sensor, DIGIC III processor, live view and a 3.0-inch LCD; succeeded by the EOS 50D in 2008
Production location:
Canon manufacturing facilities in Japan (Oita)