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AR54.10-P-1030-03I Check Quiescent Current



AR54.10-P-1030-03I Check Quiescent Current


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Observe the limits of the multimeter connected for current measurements. When the central locking system operates, a current of about 20 A flows.

Do not activate any other electrical components during the test otherwise observe a renewed run-on time of about 20 minutes.

1. Lock the vehicle and wait for approx. 20 minutes (run-on time for electronic components): (Down arrow)
Display ≤ 0.050 A = specified value achieved: (Down arrow)
Carry out procedure 2.
2. Lock the vehicle and wait for approx. 20 minutes (run-on time for electronic components): (Down arrow)
Display ≤ 0.050 A = specified value achieved: (Down arrow)
Carry out procedure.

Display >0.050 A : (Down arrow)
Note value displayed and determine circuit with increased quiescent current consumption.