Is there any possible way to re-lock my bootloader and get back the warranty of my device?
Some buddy posted in my Kernel's thread that you should be able to do:
fastboot reboot oem-lock
But idk if this has some kind of sense and after unlocking BL your device is marked as non-appliable for warranty in Moto's database.
https://firmware.center/firmware/Motorola/Moto G4 Play/
Go to here and find right for your moto g4 play edition. And flash.
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abhimanyuk said:
Is there any possible way to re-lock my bootloader and get back the warranty of my device?
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Don't, after unlock you lose the warranty, if you re-lock after, the bootloader status don't go back to when you buyed the device (In the same way it says unlocked in the bootloader, it also says that it has been relocked), so it's useless.
And like facuarmo said:
facuarmo said:
Your device is marked as non-appliable for warranty in Moto's database.
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Yeah, you can't get your warranty back once you've unlocked the boot loader. The fastboot command mentioned above can be used to re-lock your boot loader but that won't bring back warranty of your device.
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I was wondering,
what does the bootloader display when you relock it using the fast boot lock command.
Does it say relocked or locked?
Thanks,
swiftfraser said:
I was wondering,
what does the bootloader display when you relock it using the fast boot lock command.
Does it say relocked or locked?
Thanks,
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It just says locked, just done it with mine
So does that mean that you can restore to complete factory settings and get warranty back?
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Yeah, returned mine a few days ago to Tesco UK.
I used Wug's rooting toolkit, but it's your choice what you use. It downloads and flashes the stock image for you, so there is no evidence of root.
Then you use to Lock OEM feature, to re lock the boot loader. They will never know that you unlocked it
Hi Guys
I have 3 questions regarding Moto X Style Bootloader unlocking.
Can we unlock the Moto X Style bootloader after locking it after first unlock?
Can this process be repeated multiple times if we need to?
Can we use the same unique unlock key that we received while unlocking the bootloader for the first time?
Thank you
Why would you want to do this?
psandeepn said:
Hi Guys
I have 3 questions regarding Moto X Style Bootloader unlocking.
Can we unlock the Moto X Style bootloader after locking it after first unlock?
Can this process be repeated multiple times if we need to?
Can we use the same unique unlock key that we received while unlocking the bootloader for the first time?
Thank you
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Yes you can do it as many times as you want but 1: Why would you relock afterwards 2: You will have to deal with a factory reset every time
PS: I dont know about the unlock key but most likely you can use the same
Is there any way to remove the Bootloader unlock warning ⚠ without relocking bootloader?
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psandeepn said:
Hi Guys
I have 3 questions regarding Moto X Style Bootloader unlocking.
Can we unlock the Moto X Style bootloader after locking it after first unlock?
Can this process be repeated multiple times if we need to?
Can we use the same unique unlock key that we received while unlocking the bootloader for the first time?
Thank you
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Theres no reason really to relock it. Once its unlocked, the bootloader will show that it was unlocked regardless if you relock it.
atishey23 said:
Is there any way to remove the Bootloader unlock warning without relocking bootloader?
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Yes
Pyramid Head said:
Yes you can do it as many times as you want but 1: Why would you relock afterwards 2: You will have to deal with a factory reset every time
PS: I dont know about the unlock key but most likely you can use the same
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Thanks for your reply.
The reason for attempting to re-lock bootloader is to get the OTA update from Motorola till date, especially Reliance Jio VoLTE support...But if I wish to make any further changes to my phone with any custom rom I should be able to do it by unlocking the bootloader again.
Thanks
psandeepn said:
Thanks for your reply.
The reason for attempting to re-lock bootloader is to get the OTA update from Motorola till date, especially Reliance Jio VoLTE support...But if I wish to make any further changes to my phone with any custom rom I should be able to do it by unlocking the bootloader again.
Thanks
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You don't have to lock the bootloader to take an OTA. You just need to be in a completely unmodified stock state: stock recovery, unmodified system, no root, etc. Bootloader can be unlocked.
jason2678 said:
You don't have to lock the bootloader to take an OTA. You just need to be in a completely unmodified stock state: stock recovery, unmodified system, no root, etc. Bootloader can be unlocked.
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Thanks for your reply.
I have unlocked bootloader, TWRP recovery and rooted. If I unroot and flash stock recovery, I will be able to get OTA? Do I need to take care of anything else?
psandeepn said:
Thanks for your reply.
I have unlocked bootloader, TWRP recovery and rooted. If I unroot and flash stock recovery, I will be able to get OTA? Do I need to take care of anything else?
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That might work. Frankly I'm not sure. I haven't actually taken successfully an OTA on any phone since sometime in 2013 honestly.
I once flashed this phone totally back to stock. Every partition but logo, and it failed to take an OTA. I don't know if it failed because I had a modified logo, or maybe I had mounted system r/w. Not sure.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable on this topic will chime in.
psandeepn said:
Thanks for your reply.
I have unlocked bootloader, TWRP recovery and rooted. If I unroot and flash stock recovery, I will be able to get OTA? Do I need to take care of anything else?
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The answer is maybe... it depends what you have changed and what this OTA updater script actually checks for.
We know that a stock bootloader (which can be unlocked, that is not relevant), stock recovery, and stock system image are required to take an OTA. If the system image has been modified it can fail, and we know the updater has the ability to see if /system has EVER been mounted R/W and can fail for that condition although so far it doesn't seem Moto is going that extreme.
We do know a modified logo does not affect an OTA, in fact, you can even relock the bootloader with a modified logo so it must not be a significant check.
jason2678 said:
That might work. Frankly I'm not sure. I haven't actually taken successfully an OTA on any phone since sometime in 2013 honestly.
I once flashed this phone totally back to stock. Every partition but logo, and it failed to take an OTA. I don't know if it failed because I had a modified logo, or maybe I had mounted system r/w. Not sure.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable on this topic will chime in.
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On my father's moto e lte I received OTA without issue with unlocked bootloader, I just flashed stock image and it was ready to update, btw I'm not sure but I've seen somewhere info that you can change bootlogo even with locked bootloader so I don't think that's the issue.
Btw after you once unlock bootloader you won't be able to truly lock it again, next time you will be able to unlock it without any code so you lose some security in this process, frp won't be working anymore.
iks8 said:
On my father's moto e lte I received OTA without issue with unlocked bootloader, I just flashed stock image and it was ready to update, btw I'm not sure but I've seen somewhere info that you can change bootlogo even with locked bootloader so I don't think that's the issue.
Btw after you once unlock bootloader you won't be able to truly lock it again, next time you will be able to unlock it without any code so you lose some security in this process, frp won't be working anymore.
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You still need code to unlock each time, but it's the same code, and if you relock OEM Unlocking gets turned off and you would have to turn it on again... So if something fails on the first boot after relocking, your f*cked, no way to unlock.
And FRP definitely works if the bootloader is unlocked, it is just much easier to bypass.
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You still need code to unlock each time, but it's the same code, and if you relock OEM Unlocking gets turned off and you would have to turn it on again... So if something fails on the first boot after relocking, your f*cked, no way to unlock.
And FRP definitely works if the bootloader is unlocked, it is just much easier to bypass.
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You're right sorry
I really hate the stock boot image on this phone because the phone boots up before the animation is even done. I would like to flash a custom boot.img, but this phone is covered under warranty and I don't want any visible traces of modification if I have to send it back. Also, if possible, a guaranteed way to relock it or have it say "relocked" in bootloader would be a good alternative. I MISS ROOT SO MUCH.
No. Once the bootloader is unlocked it's a done deal. You won't be able to do anything on the phone unless you unlock it.
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Cdub1976 said:
No. Once the bootloader is unlocked it's a done deal. You won't be able to do anything on the phone unless you unlock it.
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****. thanks for replying. ill have to wait till the warranty runs out
Hey guys
Has anyone had warranty work done after unlocking your bootloader and relocking?
Half the attraction of this phone was the outstanding two year warranty. But I need my root access.
Thx
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Don't want to have to choose between root and warranty...
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If you unlock the bootloader using the unofficial method, you could always relock the bootloader before sending it on warranty (depending on how broken it is)
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If you unlock the bootloader using the unofficial method, you could always relock the bootloader before sending it on warranty (depending on how broken it is)
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Well that's what I'm assuming, but I don't know if there is some kind of permanent bit like uh Samsung Knox that can tell them it was unlocked at one point.
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On a bootloader unlocked device, boot into the stock recovery, select the bootloader option.
Look at the last entry - device state. On a virgin phone it says locked. I'd expect it to say something else if the BL is unlocked. Further, does relocking bring it back to locked state, or something else. If something else, then it would seem they can check if the BL was unlocked.
I haven't had time to mess with mine, will be this weekend's project.
gpz1100 said:
On a bootloader unlocked device, boot into the stock recovery, select the bootloader option.
Look at the last entry - device state. On a virgin phone it says locked. I'd expect it to say something else if the BL is unlocked. Further, does relocking bring it back to locked state, or something else. If something else, then it would seem they can check if the BL was unlocked.
I haven't had time to mess with mine, will be this weekend's project.
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I Asked this in one of the other unlocking topics before.
When it's locked, it says "locked".
When it's unlocked, it says "unlocked".
When the bootloader has been re-locked, it says "locked" again.
Besides this and having submitted for the official bootloader unlock (when it was available), it's unknown if there's any other way that ZTE can tell if you are/have been bootloader unlocked.
^^Thanks.
Valid point. Could be some hidden fuses that get tripped - like what samsung uses.
Highly unlikely that they can tell with the unofficial method.
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Well that's what I'm assuming, but I don't know if there is some kind of permanent bit like uh Samsung Knox that can tell them it was unlocked at one point.
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I'm not 100% sure but I think there is nothing like Knox in the Axon 7.
Hi. I am using this zip to flash Stock ROM and lock bootloader.
But when I run the "fastboot oem lock" command after running all the commands, I get the error: "Still require signed boot.img".
And the bootloader is not locked.
Please help me out.
What reasons are there for wanting to relock? have you decided to go back to stock and can't use android pay etc?
Priezti said:
What reasons are there for wanting to relock? have you decided to go back to stock and can't use android pay etc?
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I want to sell it.
ah right, In that case I can't help as I'm in the same situation, can't relock however I am keeping my device, I was going to suggest Magisk to hide root etc but obviously not what you're looking for now
mstoic said:
Hi. I am using this zip to flash Stock ROM and lock bootloader.
But when I run the "fastboot oem lock" command after running all the commands, I get the error: "Still require signed boot.img".
And the bootloader is not locked.
Please help me out.
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After fastboot oem lock
Flash boot , oem and all system images then again type fastboot oem lock.
It works for me..
Just so you know, relocking the bootloder does not restore the warranty. You need to let the person you are selling it to know that the warranty is still void. Lenovo keeps track of devices that were unlocked, so even relocking it will not revalidate the warranty.
jbardi said:
Just so you know, relocking the bootloder does not restore the warranty. You need to let the person you are selling it to know that the warranty is still void. Lenovo keeps track of devices that were unlocked, so even relocking it will not revalidate the warranty.
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You mean to say once i ask for unlock code my warranty is voided even if do not unlock after that
milav said:
You mean to say once i ask for unlock code my warranty is voided even if do not unlock after that
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Possibly. Unsure if it is voided upon simply requesting the code or only after actually unlocking it, but it is definitely voided upon a successful unlock.
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jbardi said:
Just so you know, relocking the bootloder does not restore the warranty. You need to let the person you are selling it to know that the warranty is still void. Lenovo keeps track of devices that were unlocked, so even relocking it will not revalidate the warranty.
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Sure, I will let them know. But locking can still benefit if the service center guy only checks for bootloader unlock status.
mstoic said:
Sure, I will let them know. But locking can still benefit if the service center guy only checks for bootloader unlock status.
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Have you succeeded in relocking??
milav said:
Have you succeeded in relocking??
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Not yet. Can't get the answer anywhere.
mstoic said:
Not yet. Can't get the answer anywhere.
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So above mentioned method is not working hmmm