format my lg p970

[maryzoe]

i have a LG P970 and as i swith it on it ask me my google account and password but it said that there has been to much attempts! now i cant even use it just answering to calls
can any one help me plz

 

[divinebovine]

This thread about someone with the same model and same problem proposes using a computer to reset your Google password.
http://androidforums.com/lg-optimus-black/564738-lg-optimus-black-p970-pattern-locked.html

Otherwise you will have to, as you say, format it. Usually the term "factory reset" or "recovery" is used when talking about Android. Most devices let you do it with a combination of buttons but apparently your model can't be done that way. Instead you'll need a computer and these instructions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1275315