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Check Horn Function

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First perform the "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" of "BCM" with CONSULT-III, then perform the trouble diagnosis of malfunction system indicated in "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" of "BCM". Refer to "CAN COMMUNICATION UNIT ".

  1. CHECK HORN OPERATION 

    Check if horn sounds with horn switch.

    Does horn operate? 

    Yes: GO TO 2.

    No: Check horn circuit. Refer to "HORN ".

  2. CHECK IPDM E/R INPUT SIGNAL 

    Check voltage between IPDM E/R connector and ground.

    TERMINAL VOLTAGE CHART

    Terminals Voltage (V) (Approx.)
    (+) (-)
    IPDM E/R connector Terminal
    E9 48 Ground Battery voltage

    OK or NG 

    OK: Replace IPDM E/R.

    NG: GO TO 3.

    Fig 1: Checking Voltage Between IPDM E/R Connector Terminal 48 And Ground
    G05212283Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. CHECK HORN RELAY CIRCUIT 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect IPDM E/R and horn relay connector.
    3. Check continuity between IPDM E/R connector and horn relay connector.
      TERMINAL CONTINUITY CHART

      A B Continuity
      IPDM E/R connector Terminal Horn relay connector Terminal
      E9 48 E20 1 Yes

    OK or NG 

    OK: Check harness connection.

    NG: Repair or replace harness.

    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between IPDM E/R Connector And Horn Relay Connector
    G05212284Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.