How to perform a hard reset when my LG Optimus L5 is unresponsive
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- If the LG Optimus L5 becomes unresponsive or doesn't perform as expected, you can perform a hard reset to return it to a factory default state. This reset will delete your data, apps and settings.
- 1. Turn off the phone. If it won't turn off, remove then reinsert the battery.
- 2. To remove the battery, lift up the back cover using the notch at the top of the phone.
- 3. Remove the battery, wait for a few seconds, and then reinsert the battery.
- 4. Line up the battery cover hinge with the designated holes inside the phone, then push the cover down until it clicks into place.
- 5. Press and hold the Volume down button and the Home button, then briefly press the Power button. Keep the buttons held down until the Android image appears on the screen.
- 6. The phone will reset and reboot to the initial setup screen.