Photosmart 8250 not printing in true colors

I replaced the Magenta ink cartridge on March 26, 2011. Ever since I have been getting shades of magenta for my printing. When I print an email with graphics on it the header information will print in black but the graphics will not print in the true colors. I uninstalled the software and went to the HP web site to install the most update software. But to no avail. I also did a reset but that did not help. Any suggestions on a solution will be appreciated.

Hi
Please perform the below step on the printer touch screen
Please perform the below step on the printer touch screen, while you performing the steps both keys are invisible or not lit up
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/81KY%2BvZACkL._AA1500_.jpg)
Touch Reverse or Undo arrow key (Bottom Left)
Touch Little home icon (Top Left)
Then touch Reverse or Undo arrow key (Bottom Left)
Again touch the Reverse or undo (Bottom Left) Buttons, in sequence.
You will see support menu listed on the printer touch screen
Touch Support Menu.
Press Right arrow for Reset Menu and Touch OK.
Press Right arrow for Parital Reset and Touch OK.
Wait for unit to Power Down/Turn Off.
Press Power button to turn the Printer On.
Select Engligh language and USA Country -- select Yes to print alingment page -- select yes to setup if the printer is connected wireless, select Printer -- and go thru the process.
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Justin
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