Root Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 on Android 4.2.2 VRUAMDK Jelly Bean Stock Firmware

Finally the wait is ended for flash enthusiast as XDA has revealed the root method for Verizon-branded Samsung Galaxy S4. It is pretty much efficient for XDA developers to come out with simple root method for Verizon Galaxy S IV since it is officially launched on 23rd May 2013 which was actually happened yesterday!

This simple root method is developed by a awesome team of sextape and djrbliss.for the contribution of leaked prerelease kernel and root method. With this root method, no data wipe is needed nor flashing a full prerooted factory image. You may keep your existing data and media files in your device while performing the root process. Nevertheless, we highly recommend to make a backup before any modification on your device to avoid data corruption.

Stock VRUAMDK Jelly Bean firmware for Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 was installed out of the box. No modification on the firmware version is needed. In order to make thing right, always check the pre-requisites and requirements section before started any modification on your device. A single step deviate from our guide may result in soft/hard brick of your device. Once you are ready, let’s check out the complete tutorial below to root Verizon Galaxy S IV on VRUAMDK Jelly Bean firmware..

Samsung Galaxy S4 is a high end smartphone with 5.0 inches Super AMOLED display (441ppi), Qualcomm Quad-Core 1.9GHz processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage and 13MP rear camera. It is running latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean out of the box.

How to Root Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean VRUAMDK Stock Firmware

Disclaimer: It’s always a risk to modify your device. We, Android Teen are not responsible for any damage or bricks on your device. Your device warranty may void with any mod. Check your devices warranty’s term & conditions before start. (HTC,Samsung, LG, Sony, Motorola). Use this guide on your own risk, contact us for help if you face problem.

Pre-requisites & Requirements

1. Samsung Galaxy S4 (Ensure correct device model and firmware; Check device model – Go to Settings -> About Device -> Model Number)
2. Windows-based computer or laptop
3. Download Samsung Galaxy S4 USB driver for Windows and install in your computer.
4. Connect device to computer with USB cable to complete installation.
5. Skip this step if you have installed the USB driver.
6. Enable USB Debugging on your device. How to Enable USB Debugging Mode on Android Devices.
7. Make sure your phone is charged to 60% 80% to avoid battery blackout and interruption during this tutorial.
8. We recommend you make a backup on your data and media files before the tutorial. You may restore the data and files if necessary.

• How to Completely Backup Android Without Root
• How to Backup Personal Data on Android Device (Contact, Application Data, Wifi Password, APN Settings)
• Backup SMS and Restore on Android Devices
• How to Backup WhatsApp Messages
• (Complete back up for rooted Android Devices)

Reminder: You do not need to wipe your device but we always suggest your backup before flashing. Ensure you meet the requirements before proceed. Contact us if you face problem.

Download

1. ODIN v3.07 (Odin307.zip | 1.15MB)
2. Galaxy S4 S Advance Root Package (root.zip | 1.37 MB) **Updated
3. VRUAMD2 Prerelease Kernel (SCH-I545_MD2_423399_Kernel.tar.md5 | 7.9MB)
4. VRUAMDK Stock Kernel (SCH-I545_MDK_562219_Kernel.tar.md5 | 7.9MB)
5. Motochopper Root Exploit Tool (motochopper-supersu.zip | 3.29MB)

Instructions:

1. Download all files in Download Section in computer.
2. Extract Odin307.zip into a new folder at desktop, renamed folder to Odin.
3. Install Odin by double click on exe file in Odin folder in Step 2.
4. Now, power off your device. Reboot into ODIN Mode/ Download Mode by pressing and hold the Volume Down key, Home button, and Power button.
5. Connect your device to computer via micro USB cable. Make sure you have Samsung USB Driver installed in computer in order to detect your device. A message “Added!!” will shown in Odin software UI on your computer.
6. Now, click on the PDA button in Odin, browse and select SCH-I545_MD2_423399_Kernel.tar.md5. Make sure Re-Partition check box is NOT selected.
7. Click Start to begin the flashing process. Reboot your device once the flash is completed.
8. By flashing the prerelease kernel file, it will remove the Root block on your device.
9. Now, extract motochopper-supersu.zip file into a new folder at desktop, renamed folder to SuperSU.
10. Open Run.bat file within SuperSU folder. A pop-up windows request for acceptation of new computer connection. Select OK to proceed.
11. Motochopper script runs and your device will reboot automatically. Once your device reboot, check SuperSU apps if any updates is available in Google Play Store.
12. Open SuperSU app and update the binary to latest version. It is to avoid losing root access later.
13. Download in Google Play to check the root status.
14. Now, we need to restore VRUAMDK stock kernel on your device.
15. Power off your device. Reboot into ODIN Mode/ Download Mode by pressing and hold the Volume Down key, Home button, and Power button.
16. Connect your device to computer via micro USB cable.
17. Now, click on the PDA button in Odin, browse and select SCH-I545_MDK_562219_Kernel.tar.md5. Make sure Re-Partition check box is NOT selected.
18. Click Start to begin the flashing process. Reboot your device once the flash is completed.
19. By flashing the stock kernel file, your device is now fully rooted and on the original stock firmware as the device shipped.

Enjoy your rooted Galaxy S4 now. Do not forget to us or give us a if it works for you.

Source: XDA