How to Root Sony Xperia Z1 running Android Lollipop 5.1.1 Build [14.6.A.1.216 / 14.6.A.0.368 ] ( C6902 / C6903 / C6906 / C6943 )

Root Xperia Z1 running Android Lollipop 5.1.1

Here is the tutorial to root your Sony Xperia Z1 running Android Lollipop 5.1.1 Build 14.6.A.1.216 / 14.6.A.0.368 .

This tutorial is only for Build 14.6.A.1.216 or 14.6.A.0.368, will work on all models of Xperia Z1 i.e C6902, C6903, C6909, C6943. ( This tutorial can be used to root older versions also. )

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 Lollipop 5.1.1 Build 14.6.A.1.216 / 14.6.A.0.368 . Go to Settings > About to verify this. The below screenshot is of C6902 but the method will work on all models of Z1 running Build 14.6.A.1.216 / 14.6.A.0.368. ( Note : This method will work on all other older versions / builds also of Xperia Z1 )

2. Download KingRoot v4.5.2 and install it in your mobile - LINK

3. Open the KingRoot app from your mobile , Click on "Start Root" , the Rooting Process will start. ( You need to be connected to internet via WiFi or Mobile data )

4. You will see a message saying "Successfully obtain root" when the process is finished.

THATS IT YOUR PHONE XPERIA Z1 IS NOW ROOTED.

To Replace KingUser with SuperUser follow the steps :

1. Download the file - Replace_Kinguser_with_SuperSU LINK

2. Extract the file and copy the mrw folder to the root of your internal storage.

3. Download Terminal Emulator for Android from PlayStore - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm&hl=en

4. Open the Terminal app in your mobile , enter the command " su " ( without quotes ) . Allow Root Access in your mobile.

5. Now run the command - " sh /sdcard/mrw/root.sh " ( without quotes )

6. The SuperSu app will launch automatically (if u see any errors just ignore) , it will ask to update binary , click on CONTINUE , then Select NORMAL method. After the Binary is installed it will ask to reboot your device.

Note : This method works on both locked and unlocked bootloader devices!!!

If you have any problems feel free to comment :)

Author : Waledac

12 comments

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Unknown

4 January 2016 at 23:44 delete

sir tank u a lot...

6 January 2016 at 01:49 delete

Thanks a lot! This worked on 5.1.1 14.6.A.1.236

unknown

19 January 2016 at 13:07 delete

Hi. It worked on my Xperia z1 5.1.1 but after it has been root, Is it compulsory to change from KingUser to SuperUser? And how can i change imei number to that of blackberry.

hoverboard de vélo électrique et autres

24 January 2016 at 20:36 delete

hi Thanks work sony z1 5.1.1 14.6.A.1.236 =)

Tech Empire NG

3 February 2016 at 15:42 delete

Please can it work on build 5.1.1 14.6.A.1.236? Thanks

RTN

9 February 2016 at 12:27 delete

Me. 236 it work

2 March 2016 at 17:18 delete

is it safe to uninstall kngroot and purify app from the phone after rooting?

7 March 2016 at 17:33 delete

Will this method of rooting work for Xperia Z1 android version 5.1.1 build 14.6.A.1.236?
Also will my Xperia Z1 take further updates of android version in future after rooting?