Hi
gerry.bondThank you for asking. Please backup your device and follow the steps below as 10 to 9 downgrade steps.
1. Download "MaxProM1_downgrade_to_9" and then put the image file into the root directory of the MicroSD card.
https://www.asus.com/supportonly/ZenFone%20Max%20Pro(M1)(ZB602KL)/HelpDesk_BIOS/2. Insert MicroSD card into phone and then power off the device.
3. Long press with "Power" key and "Volume Down" key together and stop after feel the vibration to enter Recovery Mode
4. Use "Volume Down/Up" key and press "Power" key to choose "Apply update from external storage"
5. Select the downgrade file
6. When the updating process is done, Choose "Wipe data/factory reset" and tap"Yes" to perform the master clear.
7. "Wipe cache partition" > "Yes"
8. "Reboot system now"
#Android 10 to Android 9 Guide
https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1042349Your device will downgrade to Android 9 WW-16.2017.1912.060 once you perform the steps successfully. Then you can FOTA or manual update to the latest Android 9 WW-16.2017.2009.087.
#[Zenfone] How to update firmware on my phone?
https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1009748/