Backrest Lock Switch, Checking

2013 Audi A5 Premium Quattro, 2D Convertible, Eng CD CAEBSECTION Backrest Lock Switch, Checking

-- Check the Driver Backrest Lock Switch -F211- or Front Passenger Backrest Lock Switch -F212- using the Analog/Digital Multimeter:FLU83IIIΒ  and adapter cables from the Connector Test Set:VAG1594CΒ  .

PIN 1 + 3 Specified value
Driver Backrest Lock Switch -F211- or Front Passenger Backrest Lock Switch -F212- not actuated No flow (∞ Ohm)
Driver Backrest Lock Switch -F211- or Front Passenger Backrest Lock Switch -F212- actuated Flow (approximately 0 Ohm)
PIN 1 + 2 Specified value
Driver Backrest Lock Switch -F211- or Front Passenger Backrest Lock Switch -F212- not actuated Flow (approximately 0 Ohm)
Driver Backrest Lock Switch -F211- or Front Passenger Backrest Lock Switch -F212- actuated No flow (∞ Ohm)
RENDER: 1.0x

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