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Schematic Reference: Horn Schematics

DEFINITION: Horns always on

1

Did you review the Horn system description and operation and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Horns System Description and Operation

2

Verify the fault is present.

Does the system operate normally?

Go to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Remove the horn relay.

Did the horn stop sounding?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

With the horn relay still removed, test the switch signal circuit for ground.

Is ground present?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

5

Repair the short to voltage in the horn supply voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

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6

Repair the short to ground in the horn relay switch signal circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the horn relay..

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 8

 

8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3