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How do you fix a nintendo error code 005-4040?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

The Nintendo error code 005-4040 is an error that can occur when trying to update the software on a Nintendo device. This error code can also occur when trying to access certain features on the device. The most common reason for this error code is due to a problem with the connection between the device and the server. This can be caused by a number of things, such as a poor internet connection, a firewall, or a problem with the server itself.

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1. Try power cycling the console and restarting the game

  1. Turn off the console by pressing and holding the power button until the blue light begins to blink repeatedly.
  2. Wait a few seconds and then press the power button again to turn on the console.
  3. Press the HOME button to return to the home screen.
  4. Press the SELECT button to enter the main menu.
  5. Select "Settings" from the main menu.
  6. Select "System" from the settings menu.
  7. Select "Power" from the system menu.
  8. Select "Power Off" from the power off menu.
  9. Press the power button to turn off the console.
  10. Wait a few seconds and then press the power button again to turn on the console.
  11. Press the HOME button to return to the home screen.
  12. Press the SELECT button to enter the main menu.
  13. Select "Restart System" from the main menu.
  14. Select "Yes" from the restart system menu.
  15. The console will restart and the nintendo error code 005-4040 will be fixed.

2. If that doesn't work, try deleting the game data and redownloading it

Delete the game data on your system and redownload the game.

3. If that doesn't work, try contacting Nintendo customer support

If that doesn't work, try contacting Nintendo customer support in order to fix nintendo error code 005-4040.