Can the horn of the X-Trail be replaced?
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X-Trail's horn can be replaced. Introduction to car horns: The horn is the audio signal device of a car. During driving, the driver emits necessary sound signals as needed and required to warn pedestrians and attract the attention of other vehicles, ensuring traffic safety. It is also used for urging movement and transmitting signals. Working principle of car horns: When the driver presses the horn switch, current passes through the contacts and the coil, generating magnetic force in the coil that attracts the armature, forcing the diaphragm to move. The movement of the armature disconnects the contacts, interrupting the current and causing the coil's magnetic force to disappear. The diaphragm, along with the armature, returns to its original position under its own elasticity and the spring plate, closing the contacts again and reconnecting the circuit. Current flows through the contacts to the coil, generating magnetic force and repeating the above action. This cycle repeats, causing the diaphragm to continuously vibrate and produce sound. The resonance plate is rigidly connected to the diaphragm, making the vibration smooth and the sound more pleasant (i.e., the principle of electromagnets).
Of course you can change it! Last year I replaced the factory single-tone horn on my X-Trail with a dual-tone snail horn set. The original horn sounded too weak, but after the upgrade, the rich and powerful sound truly matches an SUV's presence. Pay attention to the relay location during installation - the bumper removal process is trickier on newer X-Trail models compared to older versions, requiring special tools for the clip positions. The wiring connectors are universal though. Horn kits purchased from Taobao come with adapter cables, and the whole replacement takes about half an hour DIY. Just remember to disconnect the battery before working. With a budget around 200 yuan, this upgrade delivers exceptional value for money!
My friend just replaced the X-Trail's horn at the 4S shop. The genuine part plus labor cost 520 yuan. The 4S said the front bumper needs to be removed for replacement, as the technician reported that the horn's position on the new model is hidden behind the crash beam, making it inaccessible without removing the bumper. The genuine part, with a part number starting with 165, is indeed a single-tone horn with a relatively gentle sound. The shop also advised against installing third-party high-power horns for fear of burning the wiring. This modification doesn't affect the warranty, but it's recommended to keep the original part as a spare.
