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Horn System: Inspection

  1. INSPECT HORN SWITCH 
    1. Check that no continuity exists between terminal 6 of the connector and body ground.
    2. Check that continuity exists between terminal 6 of the connector and body ground when the horn contact plate is pressed against the steering spoke assembly.

      If the continuity is not as specified, repair or replace the steering wheel or wire harness as necessary.

      Fig 1: Inspecting Horn Switch
      G02837808Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSPECT HORN OPERATION 

    Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to the terminal and negative (-) lead to the horn body and check that the horn blows.

    If the operation is not as specified, replace the horn.

    Fig 2: Inspecting Horn Operation
    G02837809Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSPECT HORN RELAY CONTINUITY 
    Fig 3: Inspecting Horn Relay Continuity
    G02837811Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    Fig 4: Horn Relay Continuity Specifications
    G02837810Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    If the continuity is not as specified, replace the relay.