A new update to Xperia L , it is still 4.2.2 , just few bug fixes. The new build is 15.3.A.1.14 . And here is the root method :D.
So here is the tutroial how to Root Xperia L running Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Build 15.3.A.1.14
To root 15.3.A.1.17 Click Here
Disclaimer : I am not responsible if you brick your phone or if u make any other damage to your phone
So Lets Start :
1. First make sure you are running Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Build 15.3.A.1.14. Go to Settings > About to verify this.
2. Download this File - Root Xperia L Tool and exctract it completely using WinRAR or WinZip.
3. Enable USB Debugging , Go to Settings > About phone and tap 7 times on Build number to enable Developer options, now Go to Settings > Developer options to enable Enable USB debugging mode.
4. Enable Unknown Sources. Go to Settings > Security and check Unknown sources.
5. Connect USB Cable to phone , then connect it to your Computer. On your phone Skip the PC Companion Companion prompt (if it appears), see screenshot below.
6. Right Click on My Computer > Manage , now goto Device Manager , and see if Android is listed like the below screenshot , to verify your device is properly connected. If yes move on to the next step.
7. Now go to the Folder where you extracted the downloaded file from Step 2, and execute "install.bat" .
Note :- If your device is not properly connected or ADB drivers are not installed , you will be stuck on daemon started successfully .
8. The Rooting Process will start , wait for some time , your phone will automatically reboot, wait for some more time :P
9. When the Rooting Process is completed , the Screen will show --all finished--. Press Any Key to Continue.
THATS IT YOUR PHONE IS NOW ROOTED.
Note : This method works on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices!!!
If you have any problems feel free to comment :)
So here is the tutroial how to Root Xperia L running Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Build 15.3.A.1.14
To root 15.3.A.1.17 Click Here
Disclaimer : I am not responsible if you brick your phone or if u make any other damage to your phone
So Lets Start :
1. First make sure you are running Jelly Bean 4.2.2 Build 15.3.A.1.14. Go to Settings > About to verify this.
2. Download this File - Root Xperia L Tool and exctract it completely using WinRAR or WinZip.
3. Enable USB Debugging , Go to Settings > About phone and tap 7 times on Build number to enable Developer options, now Go to Settings > Developer options to enable Enable USB debugging mode.
4. Enable Unknown Sources. Go to Settings > Security and check Unknown sources.
5. Connect USB Cable to phone , then connect it to your Computer. On your phone Skip the PC Companion Companion prompt (if it appears), see screenshot below.
6. Right Click on My Computer > Manage , now goto Device Manager , and see if Android is listed like the below screenshot , to verify your device is properly connected. If yes move on to the next step.
7. Now go to the Folder where you extracted the downloaded file from Step 2, and execute "install.bat" .
Note :- If your device is not properly connected or ADB drivers are not installed , you will be stuck on daemon started successfully .
8. The Rooting Process will start , wait for some time , your phone will automatically reboot, wait for some more time :P
9. When the Rooting Process is completed , the Screen will show --all finished--. Press Any Key to Continue.
THATS IT YOUR PHONE IS NOW ROOTED.
Note : This method works on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices!!!
If you have any problems feel free to comment :)
63 comments
commentsthx you, it work like easy......
ReplyCan you teach me how to install adb drivers?
ReplyIf you have Sony PC Companion installed , after connecting your phone with USB Debugging ON , run PC Companion , Drivers will get installed.
ReplyMake sure you exit Sony PC Companion while rooting.
Thanks.
ReplyIn my device manager appears "Sony so0103 ---> Sony so0103 ADB interface" is this a problem?
ReplyThats fine , go ahead with the rooting process
ReplySo I've connected my phone and ran the root, still stuck on daemon started successfully. My device is also properly connected..
ReplyCheck the step 6 , if your devices is visible in Device Manager.
ReplyAlso make sure applications like Sony PC Companion , Bluestacks, etc. are not running.
is there any way to unroot it later?
ReplyFactory data Reset or Flash The Stock FTF with Flashtool
Replymy device isn't visible in device manager. something stuck with the device driver
ReplyU have to install the drivers , just install Sony PC Companion , and connect ur phone with USB Debugging mode ON , and Run PC Companion , the drivers will get installed , and then u can see ur device in Device Manager, now exit PC Companion and start the root process.
ReplyPlease tell me How to unroot xperia L??? Reply ASAP
ReplyOpen SuperSU , go to Settings and select Full unroot or Go to Settings > Backup & reset , Factory data reset.
ReplyHey dude
ReplyI think it won't run with locked bootloader
Will it really work with locked bootloader
Coz i don't want to unlock the bootloader of my phone as i wont receive future updates
hey dude will it really work with locked bootloader. I dont want to unlock my bootloader
ReplyI need to root my phone
It works on Locked Bootloader , this method has nothing to do with Bootloader
Replyhow to check , root is done successfully or not???
Replyi already installed the pc companion but the android driver still unlisted in the device manager. can you tell me whats wrong? reply asaaap
ReplyCheck for the SuperSU app , or install any Root Checker app from PlayStore to verify .
ReplyYou have to install ADB Drivers for Xperia L , google it , it depends upon your Operating System , for Windows 7 it gets installed automatically . Google it for your OS.
ReplyIf i do this, can i get any update from sony in further?
ReplyYes.
ReplyHey, I rooted my phone using these technique and it all appears to be working but i still cant move apps to my SD card...
Replythx...it really goes
Replythank you very much.. works like a charm. ;)
ReplyThank you very much....
ReplyHi, when I trying to root my phone using This or flashtool it always say..
ReplyFailure [INSTALL_FAILED_ALREADY_EXIST]
[*] Rooting phone...
[*] This may take a few minute.
[-] Failure.
[*] Cleaning up...
Press enter to reboot.
What should I do?
When I open the SuperSU, it is stated there that "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install it. This is a problem!" What does this mean?
ReplyThe root did not work properly , please follow the procedures again.
ReplyCheck if ur device is properly connected in ADB mode , if not install ADB Drivers and then try rooting.
ReplyOoooooo!!!! It works like charm thank you!!!!
ReplyI did all steps correctly,but it shows adb is not recognized as internal or external command,operable program or batch file
Reply--------------all finished------------
press any key to continue
please help
how to any updates work after rooting??
Reply100 % working. thanks
ReplyWill it work on build. 15.3.A.1.17?
ReplyYes it should work.
ReplyYou can update ur phone normally using PC Companion or Sony Update Service
ReplyBest Ever! thank you!
Replyhow could i move apps to SD CARD after root ??????
Replymy phone build no is 15.3.A.1.17
Replyis there any problem to root???
replay please.....
You can try the above method on 15.3.A.1.17
ReplyHy.my sony l is rooted..now i wount to activate usb otg.plz tell me how can i do that..
Replyfabulous, you are a big
Replygetroot is failing...
ReplyWhat should i do??
Plz help...
SuperSU says that "There is no SU binary installed, and SuperSU cannot install it. This is a problem! "
ReplyHow to fix it?
Does this work for build number 15.3.A.1.17
Replythnks bro but i want to root kitkat
Replyi downloaded kitkat but not rooting
plese help me
im stuck on CMD...it say "waiting for device"
ReplyIn sony select i go to download theme but it shows that ur device isn't compatible with this version.
ReplyAfter root can i download theme.
hi, I will root my sony xperia L with build. 15.3.A.1.17 will it work? There are more people ho has this build
Replymy bootloader is unlocked but not rooted, it is possible to update my xperia v in pc companion?? thanks in advance
ReplyHere is the root method for 15.3.A.1.17 - http://www.waledacdroid.com/2014/08/how-to-root-sony-xperia-l-c2104-c2105.html
ReplyNo u cannot use PC Companion on unlocked bootloader phones
ReplyDoes it work in 15.3.A.1.14 in C2105. And if possible that.my fone will have virus and not success with the root?!
Replythanks man youre awesome
ReplyThis method is for 15.3.A.1.14 only read the title.
Replyworked like a dream but my phone has gone wrong and i need to send it away to repair,is there anyway to unroot it
ReplyOpen the SuperSu app and uninstall it OR u can flash the stock FTF file using Flashtool
Replyhow do i install adb drivers?
ReplySame problem. ADB connection is ok, but the same answer again and again:
ReplyFailure [INSTALL_FAILED_ALREADY_EXIST]
[*] Rooting phone...
[*] This may take a few minute.
[-] Failure.
[*] Cleaning up...
Press enter to reboot.
thanks....my phone is rooted
ReplyI have rooted the phone but how to use it ? What r its benefits and how can I enjoy its benefits plz tell me
Reply