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0x0000013A — Kernel Auto Boost Invalid Lock Release | Blue Screen Fix Guide

KERNEL_AUTO_BOOST_INVALID_LOCK_RELEASE

Windows 10Windows 11

What Does 0x0000013A Mean?

A lock tracked by AutoBoost was released by a thread that did not own it.

Real-World Causes

  1. 1Driver releasing lock from wrong thread
  2. 2Synchronization bug in driver
  3. 3Lock ownership corruption

Symptoms

  • ⚠Blue screen with stop code KERNEL_AUTO_BOOST_INVALID_LOCK_RELEASE
  • ⚠System reboots unexpectedly
  • ⚠Possible data loss from unsaved work

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Run System File Checker (sfc /scannow)
  3. 3Check Windows Update
  4. 4Run DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Analyze minidump with WinDbg
  2. 2Check Event Viewer for correlated errors
  3. 3Use Process Monitor to trace system activity
  4. 4Perform clean boot to isolate the cause

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes KERNEL_AUTO_BOOST_INVALID_LOCK_RELEASE?
A lock tracked by AutoBoost was released by a thread that did not own it.
Can I fix Kernel Auto Boost Invalid Lock Release myself?
In many cases yes. Start with basic troubleshooting like restarting, updating drivers, and running System File Checker. If the issue persists, advanced analysis of crash dumps may be needed.

Related Error Codes

0x00000162Kernel Auto Boost Lock Acquisition with Raised IRQL0x0000000DMutex Level Number Violation

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Verified against official Microsoft documentation and real-world diagnostic data. Error behavior confirmed across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.