How to activate the horn sound when locking the Focus?
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To activate the horn sound when locking the Focus, press and hold both the unlock and lock buttons on the vehicle's remote key for 3 seconds. After the lights flash once, the locking horn feature will be activated. The locking horn sound is essentially produced by electromagnetic vibration. The electromagnetic coil attracts the moving contact switch of the relay to close, allowing current to flow to the horn wiring. This current activates the electromagnet inside the horn, causing the diaphragm to vibrate and produce sound. Taking the 2021 Focus Sedan 1.5L Manual Fengyue model as an example, this car is manufactured by Changan Ford, classified as a compact car with natural aspiration intake. Its dimensions are 4647mm in length, 1810mm in width, and 1468mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2705mm. The body type is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan.
I remember setting up the lock beep for the Focus was quite straightforward. Get in the car, turn the key to the ACC position without starting the engine, open the center console screen, navigate to the system menu, and look for the vehicle settings or lock settings section. If you're using the newer Sync system, simply go to the 'Lock Confirmation Horn' option and check the box to enable it. Every time you press the lock button on the remote key, the horn will sound once as confirmation—super handy, especially in parking garages or at night, letting you know immediately if the car is locked. The menu location might vary slightly depending on the model year. For older models without a screen, try the key combination: quickly press the lock button followed by the unlock button and hold both for a few seconds until you hear a confirmation beep, indicating it's set. This enhances the anti-theft alarm feature, preventing forgotten locks and potential theft. I recommend checking the settings periodically to ensure they're working properly.
