Huawei Y9 2018 (FLA-LX1) Test Point Enter Huawei USB COM 1.0 Mode (Kirin 659)

If you are trying to unbrick your Huawei Y9 2018 (FLA-LX1) or remove an FRP lock but the device is not entering Download Mode, you will need to use the Huawei Y9 2018 Test Point. By shorting these hardware pins, you can force the device into USB COM 1.0 Mode for flashing with professional tools.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Opening your device and shorting motherboard pins requires technical skill. This process will void your warranty. Proceed at your own risk. GSM Helpful is not responsible for any hardware damage.

Huawei Y9 2018 Test Point Details

Feature	Description
Device Name	Huawei Y9 2018
Model Number	FLA-AL10, FLA-AL00, FLA-LX1, FLA-LX2, FLA-LX3, LDN-AL00, FLA-AL20, FLA-TL10
Chipset	Kirin 659
Purpose	Boot Repair, FRP Reset, Unbricking
Boot Mode	USB COM 1.0 Mode
Tools Required	Pandora Box, Chimera, or UnlockTool

Huawei Y9 2018 FLA-LX1 Test Point Pinout for Huawei USB COM 1.0 Mode Kirin 659

Why do you need the Huawei Y9 2018 Test Point?

The hardware test point is essential in the following scenarios:

Dead Boot Repair: When the phone is not turning on and not showing anything on the screen.
FRP Bypass: Using professional tools like UnlockTool, Chimera, or Z3X.
Locked Bootloader: When software-based methods to enter Download mode fail.
Wrong Firmware Flash: To recover a device that was flashed with the incorrect binary.

How to Connect Huawei Y9 2018 in Test Point Mode

Carefully remove the back cover of your Huawei Y9 2018.
Disconnect the Battery Connector (Safety first).
Locate the two small golden dots (Test Points) on the motherboard (refer to the image above).
Use a pair of metallic tweezers to short (connect) these two dots.
While holding the tweezers on the dots, connect the USB Cable to your PC.
Check your PC's Device Manager. You should see "Samsung Mobile USB Serial Port" or similar under Ports.

Required Drivers

To ensure your PC detects the device, install the official Samsung USB Drivers.

Huawei Y9 2018 (FLA-LX1)

Conclusion: Once the device is detected in the correct port, you can use your preferred service tool to flash the firmware or reset the device. If you have any questions regarding the pinout location, leave a comment below!