Is there a downloadable manual for the Nikon D40x?

You can download a copy of the user manual for the D40x from the nikonusa.com website for free

You can download a PDF manual from
http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14266

You can order a printed manual from
http://shop.nikonusa.com/store/nikonusa/en_US/pd/productID.215424800

You can download one from Nikon at
http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14266

You can order a printed copy from Nikon at
http://shop.nikonusa.com/store/nikonusa/en_US/pd/productID.215424800

Go to this link. It is for Nikon D40X manual. Scroll down and you find the manual download.
http://support.nikontech.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14266

This is a common fault with the D40x. You will need to contact Nikon for repair details.

Download Nikon D40X User Manual from Nikon Support.

http://support.nikontech.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13948

If you have a USA camera, the serial number will allow you to download the printable version here: Nikon USA

Push the 'Menu' button, with the camera turned on, then use your joystick (the largest button on the back, which has four positions: up, down, left and right) to scroll up or down until you see the wrench icon which denotes the 'Set Up' menu. Move the joystick to the right to enter the menu, then scroll up or down to select the different features.

Just to let you know, Nikon has tutorial videos available for your camera: http://www.nikondigitutor.com/eng/d40x/index.shtml

They also have the Owner's Manual available: CLICK HERE If you have your serial number available, you can download the printable version, or, if not, you can always download the non-printable version.