Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Horn Function Check
First perform the "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" in "BCM" with CONSULT-III, then perform the trouble diagnosis of malfunction system indicated "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" of "BCM". Refer to "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ".
- CHECK HORN FUNCTION
Does horn sound with horn switch?
OK or NG
OK: GO TO 2.
NG: Check horn circuit. Refer to "HORN ".
- CHECK IPDM E/R INPUT SIGNAL
Check voltage between IPDM E/R connector and ground.
CONNECTOR TERMINAL VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONTerminals Voltage (V) (Approx.) (+) (-) IPDM E/R connector Terminal E43 13 Ground Battery voltage OK or NG
OK: Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF IPDM E/R "
NG: GO TO 3.
- CHECK HORN RELAY CIRCUIT
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect IPDM E/R and horn relay connector.
- Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector and horn relay harness connector.CONNECTOR TERMINAL CONTINUITY SPECIFICATION
A B Continuity IPDM E/R connector Terminal Horn relay connector Terminal E43 13 H-1 1 Yes - Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector and ground.CONNECTOR TERMINAL CONTINUITY SPECIFICATION
A Ground Continuity IPDM E/R connector Terminal E43 13 No
OK or NG
OK: Check condition of harness and connector.
NG: Repair or replace harness.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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