Is the Locking Sound Getting Quieter Due to Low Battery?

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CassidyLee
07/24/25 3:56am
The decrease in the locking sound is not necessarily due to low battery. You can try starting the engine to see if it can be ignited. If the engine starts, then the issue is not related to the battery but rather the horn. Below is an introduction to the reasons why the car locking sound becomes quieter: Reasons: The microphone (MIC) is damaged, components are leaking electricity or have changed in value, re-soldering or replacing the audio (power, CPU), increasing the working voltage of the microphone (MIC). Solutions for low sound: Check if the device microphone is blocked, see if the "Mute" function on the call interface has been clicked, try changing locations (to rule out network issues), if the phone supports noise reduction, it is recommended to disable noise reduction and try.
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JuneLee
08/10/25 11:33pm
A few days ago, my car's locking sound became weaker. I thought it was a minor issue and didn’t pay much attention, but then the car started sluggishly. At the repair shop, it turned out the battery was old and couldn’t provide enough voltage. After replacing it, the sound returned to normal. Now that I think about it, low battery power can indeed affect the locking system’s alert sound because it requires stable voltage to power the horn. You might be experiencing something similar—aside from the weak sound, check if other electronic devices are acting up, like slow window operation or dim headlights, which can help preliminarily determine if it’s a battery issue. But don’t just assume it’s low charge; an aging horn or poor wiring connections can also weaken the sound. I recommend getting it checked soon to avoid being stranded, especially in cold weather when batteries drain more easily. Have a professional test the battery’s health for a reliable diagnosis.
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