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Help Moto Defy infinite boot loop

my defy stuck at infinite boot, cant access in recovery mode pls help.. thanks

I'm facing the same problem here, after flash full sbf rom, it's possible to flash again, but with same result, i can't wipe since android won't start and i can't install clockwork.
any hint, clue or point for some documentation/tutorial is apreciated
thanks in advance
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this is what solve the problem for me:
boot in recovery : pull out the batterie, boot with volume down and power.
when you see the android and the triangle, volume down + volume up, when in recovery, wipe data and cache.
i have the folowing "warnings"
wipe data/factory reset:
E:Can't open /cache/recovery/command
E:Can't open /cache/recovery/caller
wipe cache partition:
E:Can't mount CACHE:recovery/log
the next boot took aprox 10 mins
hope this helps

The problem for me is i cant go to recovery mode, stuck in android logo, and defy is also not charging

mrnexusone said:
The problem for me is i cant go to recovery mode, stuck in android logo, and defy is also not charging
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hey, if you are stuck in an android logo, it means its the infinite boot-loop thing..
PLEASE make sure you are CORRECTLY trying to get into stock recovery or bootloader.
Here is what to do to get into recovery first:
1- turn off your phone (take the battery out and then put it back in)
2- press and OLD the volume DOWN button + power button
3- Motorola logo appears first, then after a few seconds an 'android ROBOT logo' appears
4- press volume UP and DOWN buttons at once, quickly
5- from the menu choose 'factory reset/wipe-format data'
6- then do 'wipe cache'
7- then do a reboot
see if it helps and you are able to start the phone normally
P.S. don't worry - a bootloop is a considerably easy thing to fix, at least i managed to fix mine yesterday.
good luck

your_login said:
hey, if you are stuck in an android logo, it means its the infinite boot-loop thing..
PLEASE make sure you are CORRECTLY trying to get into stock recovery or bootloader.
Here is what to do to get into recovery first:
1- turn off your phone (take the battery out and then put it back in)
2- press and OLD the volume DOWN button + power button
3- Motorola logo appears first, then after a few seconds an 'android ROBOT logo' appears
4- press volume UP and DOWN buttons at once, quickly
5- from the menu choose 'factory reset/wipe-format data'
6- then do 'wipe cache'
7- then do a reboot
see if it helps and you are able to start the phone normally
P.S. don't worry - a bootloop is a considerably easy thing to fix, at least i managed to fix mine yesterday.
good luck
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Hi i follow your guide, but after 'factory reset and wipe cache' still stuck at android boot loop! thanks..

mrnexusone said:
Hi i follow your guide, but after 'factory reset and wipe cache' still stuck at android boot loop! thanks..
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After factory reset, Flash Full SBF of you choice....

ifu said:
After factory reset, Flash Full SBF of you choice....
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yes, do as @[email protected] says thats how i have done it. I could also recomend to search the forum for my posts from yesterday and you will see my post with the guide how i have fixed my infinite-boot-loop case don;t have time now to look for it, hitting the gym!
take care and good luck!

thanks guyz for all the help my phone is ok now

glad to could be of help and to see you fine man!
take care

Wow! good thing I found this thread! got my defy working again... thanks a lot guys!!!!

your_login said:
hey, if you are stuck in an android logo, it means its the infinite boot-loop thing..
PLEASE make sure you are CORRECTLY trying to get into stock recovery or bootloader.
Here is what to do to get into recovery first:
1- turn off your phone (take the battery out and then put it back in)
2- press and OLD the volume DOWN button + power button
3- Motorola logo appears first, then after a few seconds an 'android ROBOT logo' appears
4- press volume UP and DOWN buttons at once, quickly
5- from the menu choose 'factory reset/wipe-format data'
6- then do 'wipe cache'
7- then do a reboot
see if it helps and you are able to start the phone normally
P.S. don't worry - a bootloop is a considerably easy thing to fix, at least i managed to fix mine yesterday.
good luck
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thanks it works!

Puuuuwwww After manny flashes and failing i found this and got saved thanks !!!

YAYYYYYY
Yall Rock.......
playing with a moto defy ( got boot looped for 2 days ) saw this. completely forgot about the volume up and down at the sime time thing Wiped/factory flashed new SBF and Bam
the phone is now up and going on 2.3.3 good stuff yall

your_login said:
hey, if you are stuck in an android logo, it means its the infinite boot-loop thing..
PLEASE make sure you are CORRECTLY trying to get into stock recovery or bootloader.
Here is what to do to get into recovery first:
1- turn off your phone (take the battery out and then put it back in)
2- press and OLD the volume DOWN button + power button
3- Motorola logo appears first, then after a few seconds an 'android ROBOT logo' appears
4- press volume UP and DOWN buttons at once, quickly
5- from the menu choose 'factory reset/wipe-format data'
6- then do 'wipe cache'
7- then do a reboot
see if it helps and you are able to start the phone normally
P.S. don't worry - a bootloop is a considerably easy thing to fix, at least i managed to fix mine yesterday.
good luck
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that helped.. Thanks!

Still not working.
Hey Guys.
I've run into the same problem with the boot loop. I've tried the above method of doing a data reset and wiping the cache but this is not working for me. Any other ideas?
PLEASE HELP!

Defy mb525 stuck in bootloop!
I tried to upgrade my Motorola defy to icecream os and don't know what os to installed .. i downloaded CM9 and after rooting and installing recovery mode following all that step .. i end up in bootloop Got stuck with a white M logo .. then i later flashed it with this SBF file JORDN_U3_97.21.51.rar/[/url] via RSD lite .. it did booted and it was running some 2.1 ver os. so now whenever i tried to upgrade that damn phone, i ended up in bootloop i have done this multiple time with different OS >> CM9 CM10 CM7 .. no luck
To open links remove the spaces ..
Procedure:
1. Stuck in bootloop >> so i flashed it with above mentioned sbf file .. [Note: i tried flashing with different official sbf files from here [umts_jordan/list.php[/url] .... and i got stuck in black screen on boot no lights at all (bricked)]
2. After flashing .. i rooted it with superoneclick 2.3.3 and installed 'superuser' and 2ndinit 2.0 and in that i downloaded 0.6 stable ver (recovery mode installed) blue light appear
3. Reboot my phone and entered into recovery mode > wipe data/ factory reset > wipe cache > wipe delvik cache
4. select install zip from sd card > then i selected some stable os like cm 7.1 jordan or Nightly 20120812 ... > flashed it
5. installed gapps jb for jb rom similarly ics for ics rom
6. then Go back select Reboot system
7. bam got stuck in bootloop at "Motorola" logo
Please tell me what i'm doing wrong ??? which os to install ? which sbf to flash ? please help me ?

Gultan said:
I tried to upgrade my Motorola defy to icecream os and don't know what os to installed .. i downloaded CM9 and after rooting and installing recovery mode following all that step .. i end up in bootloop Got stuck with a white M logo .. then i later flashed it with this SBF file JORDN_U3_97.21.51.rar/[/url] via RSD lite .. it did booted and it was running some 2.1 ver os. so now whenever i tried to upgrade that damn phone, i ended up in bootloop i have done this multiple time with different OS >> CM9 CM10 CM7 .. no luck
To open links remove the spaces ..
Procedure:
1. Stuck in bootloop >> so i flashed it with above mentioned sbf file .. [Note: i tried flashing with different official sbf files from here [umts_jordan/list.php[/url] .... and i got stuck in black screen on boot no lights at all (bricked)]
2. After flashing .. i rooted it with superoneclick 2.3.3 and installed 'superuser' and 2ndinit 2.0 and in that i downloaded 0.6 stable ver (recovery mode installed) blue light appear
3. Reboot my phone and entered into recovery mode > wipe data/ factory reset > wipe cache > wipe delvik cache
4. select install zip from sd card > then i selected some stable os like cm 7.1 jordan or Nightly 20120812 ... > flashed it
5. installed gapps jb for jb rom similarly ics for ics rom
6. then Go back select Reboot system
7. bam got stuck in bootloop at "Motorola" logo
Please tell me what i'm doing wrong ??? which os to install ? which sbf to flash ? please help me ?
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Hi ! Are you sure you took the good rom for your defy ? Is it a regular defy or a + ? Because you need to have the good rom for the good defy version ( at least for gb rom). Then before installing the rom with the recovery, wipe cache and dalvik cahe (in advanced) and even data if you come from 2.x to 4.x. (same thing from 4.x to 2.x).
It would work
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your_login said:
hey, if you are stuck in an android logo, it means its the infinite boot-loop thing..
PLEASE make sure you are CORRECTLY trying to get into stock recovery or bootloader.
Here is what to do to get into recovery first:
1- turn off your phone (take the battery out and then put it back in)
2- press and OLD the volume DOWN button + power button
3- Motorola logo appears first, then after a few seconds an 'android ROBOT logo' appears
4- press volume UP and DOWN buttons at once, quickly
5- from the menu choose 'factory reset/wipe-format data'
6- then do 'wipe cache'
7- then do a reboot
see if it helps and you are able to start the phone normally
P.S. don't worry - a bootloop is a considerably easy thing to fix, at least i managed to fix mine yesterday.
good luck
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Thanks for this method even if I knew it. The first time I tried to flash a sbf it was awefull because nobody says it clearly. Wipe data, cache and dalvik in recovery doesn't work at all I experimented it again yesterday.

Please specify me the good GBROM!
bibihub said:
Hi ! Are you sure you took the good rom for your defy ? Is it a regular defy or a + ? Because you need to have the good rom for the good defy version ( at least for gb rom). Then before installing the rom with the recovery, wipe cache and dalvik cahe (in advanced) and even data if you come from 2.x to 4.x. (same thing from 4.x to 2.x).
It would work
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Thanks for this method even if I knew it. The first time I tried to flash a sbf it was awefull because nobody says it clearly. Wipe data, cache and dalvik in recovery doesn't work at all I experimented it again yesterday.
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Thanks for the reply ... its a regular Motorola defy' and all the roms i took it from xda developers :/ .. if possible can u give me a good rom to flash? (link mayb) I always do the sequence process .. wipe data, cache and dalvik cache and then i install the zip file. but after every upgrade and reboot system .. my phone end up at bootloop :/
Note: when i stuck in bootloop .. i go to "robot logo ! with the help given in this forum and then i press the back button on the screen so it enters into s recovery mode > but when i select wipe data/factory reset .. > my phone restarts and bootloop

Gultan said:
Thanks for the reply ... its a regular Motorola defy' and all the roms i took it from xda developers :/ .. if possible can u give me a good rom to flash? (link mayb) I always do the sequence process .. wipe data, cache and dalvik cache and then i install the zip file. but after every upgrade and reboot system .. my phone end up at bootloop :/
Note: when i stuck in bootloop .. i go to "robot logo ! with the help given in this forum and then i press the back button on the screen so it enters into s recovery mode > but when i select wipe data/factory reset .. > my phone restarts and bootloop
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Hi here the one I use : http://www.partage-facile.com/V96TH...nfryortcee_p016_a016_hwp3_service1ff.sbf.html
PS : It's in French but just go on "telechargement gratuit (VITESSE NORMALE)" and then on "télécharger ce fichier"
Follow the steps given by your_login and you should end with a froyo ROM. After it's as usual to install a custom ROM (root , 2nd init, wipes...)
Also when you are in bootloop remove the battery and restart the phone. When there is the blue led with the M logo press volume down and then go into recovery > stable recovery. I think it's better than your method

My phone is bricked after flashing!
bibihub said:
Hi here the one I use >>
PS : It's in French but just go on "telechargement gratuit (VITESSE NORMALE)" and then on "télécharger ce fichier"
Follow the steps given by your_login and you should end with a froyo ROM. After it's as usual to install a custom ROM (root , 2nd init, wipes...)
Also when you are in bootloop remove the battery and restart the phone. When there is the blue led with the M logo press volume down and then go into recovery > stable recovery. I think it's better than your method
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Appreciate ur help buddy.. but .. after i flashed with that given sbf file .. my phone is like dead .. it doesn't open nor any light pops up except when i connect to pc .. and i can able to detect in RSD lite for flashing .. after flashing it shows the status as PASS ... but i can't boot my phone after that. Can anyone please provide me better SBF file? m tired of flashing with different sbf files
Note: it does happen with other official sbf files as well.

[Q] Install CM10 on Motorola MB526 BL7 DFP-231

Hello!
I search how to install CyanogenMod10 on my Defy MB526 BL7 DFP-231.
My config:
Rooted system: 45.0.2310.MB526.AsiaRetail.en.03
Original system: 45.0.2310.MB526.Retail.en.FR
Build: 4.5.1-134_DFP-231
Boot Loader version: 9.10
I have rooted my cell and tried this solution: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30992824&postcount=2
The first problem is that: i haven't got, or i don't find it, menu advanced with "wipe dalvik cache" in the recovery mod
I have installed ClockWorkMod but when i reboot with him (checked wipe data cache, dalvik cache & selected new rom for install) my cell boot on the classic recovery mod or freeze on the motorola boot logo.
I am lost, thank's in advance for your help
Sorry for my bad english :/

it looks like you are entering normal motorola recovery, if you say you've installed CWM ( ClockWorldMod Recovery) then you need to wait until a green light turns on at boot ( after the blue one) and quickly press <VOLUME UP>, and then you will be at CWM recovery.

elpiole said:
it looks like you are entering normal motorola recovery, if you say you've installed CWM ( ClockWorldMod Recovery) then you need to wait until a green light turns on at boot ( after the blue one) and quickly press <VOLUME UP>, and then you will be at CWM recovery.
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Since I root my cell i have no more lights (green/blue) on boot :/
I left my cell 10 min after reboot with CWM on the recovery logo screen, no lights

Geckø said:
Hello!
I search how to install CyanogenMod10 on my Defy MB526 BL7 DFP-231.
My config:
Rooted system: 45.0.2310.MB526.AsiaRetail.en.03
Original system: 45.0.2310.MB526.Retail.en.FR
Build: 4.5.1-134_DFP-231
Boot Loader version: 9.10
I have rooted my cell and tried this solution: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30992824&postcount=2
The first problem is that: i haven't got, or i don't find it, menu advanced with "wipe dalvik cache" in the recovery mod
I have installed ClockWorkMod but when i reboot with him (checked wipe data cache, dalvik cache & selected new rom for install) my cell boot on the classic recovery mod or freeze on the motorola boot logo.
I am lost, thank's in advance for your help
Sorry for my bad english :/
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Cant follow you hundred per cent but
Can you boot without charging cable ?
Maybe battery went empty during the flash procedure..

bone101 said:
Cant follow you hundred per cent but
Can you boot without charging cable ?
Maybe battery went empty during the flash procedure..
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My battery is 100% charged :angel:

Geckø said:
Since I root my cell i have no more lights (green/blue) on boot :/
I left my cell 10 min after reboot with CWM on the recovery logo screen, no lights
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then how did you installed cwm? if you dont have the lights at boot, then you havent installed 2ndinit.
you should instald 2ndinit via apk defy.wdscript.fr/jordan-nightly/SndInitDefy/SndInitDefy_2.0.apk (i can't post links sorry)
then open the app (while usb debuggin on) and hit install 2ndinit buttom, witch will also install the recovery
that is the oficial metod with the defy, once you do that you'll get the blue and green lights at boot. (durring the Motorola logo)
presing <volume up> while the blue light is on enters bootmenu, and presing <volume up > while the green light is on enters CWM recovery

elpiole said:
then how did you installed cwm? if you dont have the lights at boot, then you havent installed 2ndinit.
you should instald 2ndinit via apk defy.wdscript.fr/jordan-nightly/SndInitDefy/SndInitDefy_2.0.apk (i can't post links sorry)
then open the app (while usb debuggin on) and hit install 2ndinit buttom, witch will also install the recovery
that is the oficial metod with the defy, once you do that you'll get the blue and green lights at boot. (durring the Motorola logo)
presing <volume up> while the blue light is on enters bootmenu, and presing <volume up > while the green light is on enters CWM recovery
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It work! \o/
Now i have this error: E:Can't open /tmp/recovery.log
Edit:
Now i have this error: E:Can't make /tmp/update_binary
When i go back i got this error: E:Can't open /tmp/recovery.log

Ok, i have installed CM10
But now my phone freeze on CM10 boot logo :/

Geckø said:
Ok, i have installed CM10
But now my phone freeze on CM10 boot logo :/
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Take off battery , wait a bit ( 5 minutes ) and insert battery againts , then phone will boot normaly .

Geckø said:
Hello!
I search how to install CyanogenMod10 on my Defy MB526 BL7 DFP-231.
My config:
Rooted system: 45.0.2310.MB526.AsiaRetail.en.03
Original system: 45.0.2310.MB526.Retail.en.FR
Build: 4.5.1-134_DFP-231
Boot Loader version: 9.10
I have rooted my cell and tried this solution: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30992824&postcount=2
The first problem is that: i haven't got, or i don't find it, menu advanced with "wipe dalvik cache" in the recovery mod
I have installed ClockWorkMod but when i reboot with him (checked wipe data cache, dalvik cache & selected new rom for install) my cell boot on the classic recovery mod or freeze on the motorola boot logo.
I am lost, thank's in advance for your help
Sorry for my bad english :/
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hey u say after root u had 45.0.2310.MB526.AsiaRetail.en.03.........but i already had this version after i got the official 2.3.6 update is that mean i can directly install ics...........if someone has info regarding this please tell me.....my bootloader version is 9.10

Geckø said:
Ok, i have installed CM10
But now my phone freeze on CM10 boot logo :/
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Also, did you manage to wipe cache and wipe dalvik after you flashed the CM10 zip? If not, you should do it just to make sure. I often get stuck on moto logo when I flash roms and wiping cache/dalvik plus taking the battery out makes it better.

Stock recovery does not work BOOTLOOP Help !!!

Hi Stock recovery does not work rsd lite does not exhibit the problems 2.3.6 installation on my mb525
sorry for my english

Stable or stock?
Sent from my MB526 using xda premium

Sorry stock not working .

Define: not working
What's the issue: unable to enter, unable to wipe?
Sent from my MB526 using xda premium

When I press vol -, nothing happens. Defy not be included in the stock recovery mode. Works only vol + (botloader).

Holding both volume down and power button even after the Motorola logo should get you into the stock recovery I.e android with an exclamation. From there holding both volume buttons should be enough. If this does not work then an sbf flash is necessary
Sent from my MB526 using xda premium

But I flashing( all sbf bl,4,5,6,7) nothing works .Stock recovery didn't work ;/;/
Sorry for my english

4igi4 said:
But I flashing( all sbf bl,4,5,6,7) nothing works .Stock recovery didn't work ;/;/
Sorry for my english
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If you are stuck with BL7, there's no way to downgrade from it.
Now, you'll have to follow this tutorial here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1542956
It's simple. And if you do everything described, there's no way you will solve your problem.
After this, you'll be able to flash any Custom ROM.
Good Luck.

"1. Wipe phone twice (2x make Wipe Data/Cache in stock recovery)"
I can't enter the stock recovery in that my problem.: (

4igi4 said:
"1. Wipe phone twice (2x make Wipe Data/Cache in stock recovery)"
I can't enter the stock recovery in that my problem.: (
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So, you are stuck in the Boot Loader screen?
Try following those steps:
1. Flash the .sbf file (4.5.1-134 DFP-231 CN or 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE) directly from RSD Lite.
2. Reboot. Even if you get stuck in a bootlooping screen, hold Vol. Down Key while booting. Once inside de Stock Recovery screen, press both Vol. Down and Up keys at same time and do a Wipe.
3. After that, flash the rooted SBF 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE Rooted SBF from RSD Lite

Lorenard said:
So, you are stuck in the Boot Loader screen?
Try following those steps:
1. Flash the .sbf file (4.5.1-134 DFP-231 CN or 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE) directly from RSD Lite.
2. Reboot. Even if you get stuck in a bootlooping screen, hold Vol. Down Key while booting. Once inside de Stock Recovery screen, press both Vol. Down and Up keys at same time and do a Wipe.
3. After that, flash the rooted SBF 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE Rooted SBF from RSD Lite
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I am also having the same problem, i did it the same way by flashing the DEFYPLUS_U3_4.5.1-134_DFP-231_CN_SIGN_UCADEFYEMARAB1B50AA009.0R_PDS03C_USAJRDNGIBRIRD15_P015_A030_Service1FF.sbf, but still its stuck at red M logo, i can't enter into stock recovery mode, i cant clear the cache and data, any solution?

srk_srinivas said:
I am also having the same problem, i did it the same way by flashing the DEFYPLUS_U3_4.5.1-134_DFP-231_CN_SIGN_UCADEFYEMARAB1B50AA009.0R_PDS03C_USAJRDNGIBRIRD15_P015_A030_Service1FF.sbf, but still its stuck at red M logo, i can't enter into stock recovery mode, i cant clear the cache and data, any solution?
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As far as I know, if your ROM enters in the M Logo, you should be able to get in the stock recovery.
This is one of the good things about having a locked bootloader.
Remember to press the Vol. Down Key on the right time, when the LED turns on for a while.
If it doesn't work, try holding the Vol. Down Key and then press the Power button to turn it on.
After that, in the Recovery Screen, press both Vol. Down and Vol. Up keys at the same time to access the Recovery Menu.
Please, let me know if it worked.
Good Luck.

Lorenard said:
As far as I know, if your ROM enters in the M Logo, you should be able to get in the stock recovery.
This is one of the good things about having a locked bootloader.
Remember to press the Vol. Down Key on the right time, when the LED turns on for a while.
If it doesn't work, try holding the Vol. Down Key and then press the Power button to turn it on.
After that, in the Recovery Screen, press both Vol. Down and Vol. Up keys at the same time to access the Recovery Menu.
Please, let me know if it worked.
Good Luck.
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Unfortunately, motorola recovery does not work, I'm sorry for my english !

srk_srinivas said:
I am also having the same problem, i did it the same way by flashing the DEFYPLUS_U3_4.5.1-134_DFP-231_CN_SIGN_UCADEFYEMARAB1B50AA009.0R_PDS03C_USAJRDNGIBRIRD15_P015_A030_Service1FF.sbf, but still its stuck at red M logo, i can't enter into stock recovery mode, i cant clear the cache and data, any solution?
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I'm having the same problem.
No access to bootloader, even trying install the suggested rom. Only looping o Red Motorola logo. :/

heltoneric said:
I'm having the same problem.
No access to bootloader, even trying install the suggested rom. Only looping o Red Motorola logo. :/
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As I told before, it's normal to get a bootloop in the DEFYPLUS_U3_4.5.1-134_DFP-231_CN_SIGN.
After flashing this one, you still have to flash the 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE Rooted SBF.
Reposting the steps:
1. Flash the .sbf file (4.5.1-134 DFP-231 CN or 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE) directly from RSD Lite.
2. Reboot. Even if you get stuck in a bootlooping screen, hold Vol. Down Key while booting. Once inside de Stock Recovery screen, press both Vol. Down and Up keys at same time and do a Wipe.
3. After that, flash the rooted SBF 4.5.1-134 DFP-231 Retail.en.EU CEE Rooted SBF from RSD Lite
If you can't wipe, just flash it with RSD Lite from the bootloader screen. To get there, hold Vol. Up Key while turning on your device.

Motorola Defy+ MB526 stuck on logo animation (red M) after installing CM10 2ndboot

Hello everyone,
So, I had a very rootable, very functional Defy+ till yesterday when I decided that instead of the latest CM72 nightly from Quarx:
http://quarx2k.ru/cm7-nightly-defy+/cm-72-20120923-NIGHTLY-Defy+.zip
..I should install CM10 ..from the same provider:
http://quarx2k.ru/cm10-2ndboot-nightly-defy(+)/CM10-20130318-NIGHTLY-mb526.zip
I thought that the bootloader, currently 2nd init, will get overwritten by 2nd boot. Well. it didn't. Unfortunately, I wasn't very happy about the performance of CM10 on my defy+ and then tried to downgrade again to CM72 by installing the zip file from above. After installing, the bootloader had both 2nd init and 2nd boot options available. If 2nd boot was selected, the phone stayed at the red logo and nothing after. If 2nd init was selected, I got a bootloop with CM7 animation. Ok this was a failure.
After that, considering I still had access to bootmenu and recovery, I installed this one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1582187
Booted ok, only if selected "normal" boot, the rest of boot options failed. Somehow, after a reboot, the phone was acting like a fresh install, meaning that in my last session, nothing was saved.
Next step was to flash a full SBF. I thought that bootloader would have to be cleared, I've read that a SBF is actually repartitioning the internal memory. Ok, and I tried with:
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/umt..._USAJRDNGIBRRTCEE_P022_A022_Service1FF.sbf.gz
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/umt...JRDNGIBRRTGB_P023_A025_M002_Service1FF.sbf.gz
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/umt...DNGIBRRTDACH_P019_A022_M002_Service1FF.sbf.gz
With all of them, I get the phone in download mode, everything seems to install ok, but RSD Lite gets stuck at "rebooting phone", phone reboots, gets stuck on red M logo animation, RSD Lite then shows "please manually reboot phone" (or something like that), I remove battery, enter download mode again, and then RSD Lite shows PASS.
Still, after reboot, it's stuck at red M logo animation. What can I do?
Also, now I have no battery, and I have to externally recharge mine...
If you need any other details, please ask.

It's working now. After flashing a SBF, I entered Recovery Mode (Power and Vol Down), entered the Recovery Menu (Vol Up + Vol Down) and wiped everything. SuperOneClick doesn't work. How can I root this?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1595013
Sent from my MB526 using xda premium

[Q] Defy stuck in bootloop even after sbf-flash

Hi all,
i've tried to upgrade my Defy (MB525) to CM11 from Slimrom. First I updated the CWM recovery, then I tried flashing CM11 but the installation aborted. After restarting the Defy I wasn't able to reach the Custom Recovery again. So I tried flashing an original sbf (Retail German 2.2.2. and Retail US 2.2.2.) from this site: http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=27.
Everytime RSD asks me to restart the Phone manually and displays "PASS" after the manual reboot. But then it is stuck in bootloop. When I try to perform a Factory reset over "power button and vol -" there is only a little triangle on the display but no Motorola stock recovery.
So could anybody tell me what to do next? I assume that I could only reach the bootloader mode now..
Thanks for your help!

Stock recovery
Exclamation mark in triangle and droid symbol is stock recovery.
Press both vol+ and vol- to see the menu. Then wipe data/factory reset.
Good luck!

press the both volume button(increase and decrease) and then you will get stock recovery option

Perfekt! Thanks, guys!