Oem-locked Cid 0x0032 File
The code 0x0032 is not universal across all brands. However, in the majority of cases (especially on ), CID 0x0032 specifically refers to devices locked to AT&T (USA) or its associated MVNOs .
Avoid third-party services claiming they can unlock a "CID 0x0032" that official channels reject; these are often scams.
The site returns an error similar to: "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."
Diagnosing and next steps for a device reporting CID 0x0032
Samsung does not use the CID 0x0032 error. Samsung uses Knox and "OEM unlock" greyed out. LG (defunct mobile) used CID 0x0032 on some AT&T G-series phones (G5, G6, V20). oem-locked cid 0x0032
“0x0032 is a ghost,” his partner Lina said, tossing him a caffeine shot. “You’re chasing a bootloader that doesn’t exist.”
| Command | Purpose | | :--- | :--- | | fastboot getvar cid | Shows CID directly (if supported) | | fastboot getvar all | Shows all bootloader variables | | fastboot oem get_cid | Legacy Motorola command | | fastboot oem unlock | Standard unlock (will fail with 0x0032) | | fastboot flashing unlock | Newer standard (will also fail) |
The phone has ro.carrier=att . Bootloader shows cid: 0x0032 .
If you've spent any time in the Android modding community, you’ve likely encountered a string that looks like technical gibberish: CID 0x0032 The code 0x0032 is not universal across all brands
Historically, certain CID values are notoriously difficult to modify. For example:
A locked bootloader on a generic device (CID 0x0000) is an inconvenience. You can usually run fastboot oem unlock and accept a warning. However, a locked bootloader paired with means the OEM has signed a contract with the carrier to disable the unlock command entirely. The fastboot binary on your device simply does not recognize oem unlock as a valid command.
The CID 0x0032 is particularly significant because it generally indicates an that is potentially unlockable . It is most commonly associated with Motorola smartphones.
Crucially, even if you find a leaked engineering bootloader or a modified aboot (for Qualcomm devices), flashing it usually requires the bootloader to be already unlocked. This is the classic "you need a key to open the box that contains the key" paradox. The site returns an error similar to: "Your
Similar locks exist via combination firmware restrictions where certain boot codes block token generation.
While this CID is usually on Motorola's "approved" list for bootloader unlocking, users often encounter the status where the toggle in Developer Options is greyed out or the official site claims the device is ineligible. Why Your 0x0032 Device May Be "OEM-Locked"
Specific CIDs are hardcoded for corporate or carrier-retail variants (like Verizon or EE).
Even if your device has CID 0x0032, you may still see a "locked" status in the bootloader. There are two levels of "locked" you might encounter: Software OEM Lock (Developer Options) Before you can run any unlock commands, you must enable OEM Unlocking inside Android’s Developer Options.