Possible Causes
- Fuse(s)
- Circuit (Y/R) open
- Circuit (L/W) open
- Circuit (B/GY) open
- Circuit (B/W) open
- Horn
- Clockspring
- Horn switch (part of the steering wheel)
- SJB
CAUTION:
- Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapters) may damage the connector.
HORN IS INOPERATIVE - PINPOINT TEST REFERENCE
| PINPOINT TEST 1 | THE HORN IS INOPERATIVE | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION | |
| 1 | CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE HORN
|
Yes | Go to next step. |
| No | Verify the SJB fuse 13 (15A) is OK. If OK, go to step 3. | ||
| 2 | CHECK CIRCUIT (B/GY) FOR AN OPEN
|
Yes | Install a new horn. see HORN . Test the system for normal operation. |
| No | Repair the circuit. Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 3 | BYPASS THE SJB
|
Yes | Go to next step. |
| No | Verify the battery junction box (BJB) fuse 5 (50A) is OK. If OK, Repair circuit (L/W). Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 4 | CHECK CIRCUIT (Y/R) AT THE SJB FOR AN OPEN
|
Yes | Go to step 7. |
| No | Go to next step. | ||
| 5 | CHECK CIRCUIT (Y/R) FOR AN OPEN
|
Yes | Go to next step. |
| No | Repair the circuit. Install the driver air bag module. See DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE , . Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 6 | CHECK THE CLOCKSPRING FOR AN OPEN
|
Yes | Install a new steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL , . Test the system for normal operation. |
| No | Install a new clockspring. See CLOCKSPRING , . Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 7 | CHECK THE SJB OPERATION
|
Yes | Install a new SJB. See SMART JUNCTION BOX (SJB) , . Test the system for normal operation. |
| No | The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. | ||