Removal And Installation: Horn

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Wagon, Standard TransSECTION Horn
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The High Tone Horn -H2- /Low Tone Horn -H7- are activated by the Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-.

The High Tone Horn -H2- is installed under the longitudinal member on the right and the Low Tone Horn -H7- is installed under the longitudinal member on the left.

NOTE:

In "Guided Fault Finding", the High Tone Horn -H2- /Low Tone Horn -H7- can be found under the name Signal Horn and Dual Tone Horn -H1-.

Remove the High Tone Horn -H2-.

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the noise insulation, refer to Noise Insulation and Foam Pieces, Fender and Fender End Plate .

-- Release and disconnect the connector -2-.

Fig 1: Identifying High Tone Horn And Connector
GWWM90-10017Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the nut -3- and remove the High Tone Horn -H2- -1-.

Low Tone Horn -H7-, removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the noise insulation, refer to Noise Insulation and Foam Pieces, Fender and Fender End Plate .

-- Disconnect the connector -3-.

Fig 2: Identifying Low Tone Horn And Connector
GWWM90-10018Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the nut -2- and remove the Low Tone Horn -H7- -1-.

Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

When installing, position the horns so that they are not touching any surrounding components.

-- Tighten the threaded connections to the tightening specification.

Check the horns using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

Tightening Specifications 

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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