Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L has a loose zoom ring and doesn’t reach 17mm — what should I do?
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I bought a used Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L and noticed the zoom ring feels loose. Images made at the wide end also seem to be around 19mm instead of 17mm. Is there a simple fix, or should this lens be serviced?
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I am answering my own question since I managed to fix it myself, but wanted to share it with other people who might have the same problem!
It is actually quite easy, all you need to do is to pull/slide on the rubber of the focus ring (it's not clued) to reveal what is under it and you will find 2 screws which might be unscrewed... just screw them back and should fix your problem! no need to send it to Canon and will not void any warranty.
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A loose zoom ring and incorrect focal length indication suggest the zoom mechanism may have slipped. One community report says the rubber grip can be slid back to reveal screws underneath, and tightening loose screws fixed both the ring play and the zoom calibration on that lens.
However, lens repair can easily go wrong if you are not experienced. Another answer strongly recommends sending the lens to Canon or a qualified service center instead of opening it yourself, because disassembly can cause additional damage and may increase repair cost if the lens is later sent in after tampering.
Practical advice: if you are comfortable doing only a very minor external check, you can inspect under the rubber zoom grip for obviously loose screws. If you are not experienced with lens repair, or if tightening anything does not fully solve the issue, stop and have the lens professionally serviced.
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