Crashed phantom, esc error

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Ran drone into a tree like an idiot :weary: Came down and hit the ground upside down, continued to spin until I was able to turn it off. The gimbal/camera came off, but amazingly seem fine, connectors are all good, lens somehow managed to not get broken or scratched. Top cover has a small dent, few cracks, all cosmetic.

Trying to use the drone again I get 'ESC Status Error. Turn off aircraft and restart'. Motors won't spin at all.


I took it apart, motors all spin fine by hand, motherboard seems fine -
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except this capacitor coming unglued...
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Could that be the cause ? And would I need a new capacitor or would this one still be fine, I know nothing of electronics so bare with me haha. I also read a bad motor or motor esc could cause this. Any input would be appreciated greatly.
 
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you can use that one and solder it back on but you will require a good thin solder, some flux and steady hands.
but that is most likely your culprit right there yes
 

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