Vibrate stopped working - Page 4

Atomic2Mod · #1 (**permalink**) 08-12-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Biker1

It is a sad day

Following the instructions above may help you out

Well, I don't think I qualify for the instructions: The nearest repair center is over 100 miles from here. The sprint store here doesn't do anything when you go there with problems, except have you call the tech-line who will send you to the repair center.

Also, bought the Diamond on ebay, since I didn't qualify for an upgrade at the time. Had it insured until they raised the deductible. Thinking I could prolly get another used on on ebay for a bit more than that, which still comes out cheaper than paying the deductible plus the gas money back and forth (last time they had me come back twice).

So I see having just two choices (cause I need the vibrate): buy another one on ebay, or hang in there for a brand new TP2 - or D2, if they ever come out.

**Biker1** · #2 (**permalink**) 08-12-2009, 02:33 PM

I hear ya.
It appears the TP2 will be out soon, from what I have read. And the Diamond2 is no where in sight.
So if you want a Diamond, ebay or similar or wait for the TP2 as you suggest.
Another choice would be to change the vibrate motor on your Diamond.
I started a thread regarding Diamond Disassembly, which may be of help to you.The thread includes links to sites regarding parts and service.

Here is the thread >
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=77666

zoglog · #3 (**permalink**) 08-21-2009, 03:26 AM

this just happened to me. It's very strange since it happened exactly after I flashed to stock and then to Juicy from Grooverom.

Could this be rom related?

ST1N6R4y · #4 (**permalink**) 08-21-2009, 03:59 AM

I've been through 3 touch diamonds already, all of their vibrator motors died. Luckily mine was under warranty and they gave me a refurbished one.

Its a faulty vibration motor. It doesn't have to do with the ROM. I've been using all different roms with nothing happening until one the vibrate stopped working.

krymzon40 · #5 (**permalink**) 08-21-2009, 10:33 AM

Mine stopped when i received a text message. By the time i turned to look at it, it was soft resetting on it's own and the vibrate hasn't worked since then.

zoglog · #6 (**permalink**) 08-22-2009, 05:05 AM

hmmmm I think my phone is almost out of warranty. I'd better hurry and get it fixed.
The RMA process was very strange for these phones if I remember. You just basically mail them in. no RMA # or anything.

**Biker1** · #7 (**permalink**) 08-22-2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by zoglog

hmmmm I think my phone is almost out of warranty. I'd better hurry and get it fixed.
The RMA process was very strange for these phones if I remember. You just basically mail them in. no RMA # or anything.

You can try doing a warranty exchange at the Sprint store that has a service department.
I have had luck twice regarding a manufacturers warranty issue with having Sprint doing the exchange instore.
Will save you alot of time that way.
Take a look at my post a few back for some suggestions.
I have TEP so I don't know if that helped to facilitate an instore warranty exchange. My Diamond was not exchanged under TEP though, as my issues were due to a manufacturer's defect.

zoglog · #8 (**permalink**) 08-22-2009, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Biker1

You can try doing a warranty exchange at the Sprint store that has a service department.
I have had luck twice regarding a manufacturers warranty issue with having Sprint doing the exchange instore.
Will save you alot of time that way.
Take a look at my post a few back for some suggestions.
I have TEP so I don't know if that helped to facilitate an instore warranty exchange. My Diamond was not exchanged under TEP though, as my issues were due to a manufacturer's defect.

yeah I had to send in my phone for repair for a more severe issue and they replaced the motherboard on my phone.

Sprint would do it but they charge you money.