What is the reason why the horn does not sound when locking the 2013 Lavida?
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The reason why the horn does not sound when locking the 2013 Lavida is that the horn's grounding wire has poor contact and has become loose. Since the horn vibrates continuously during operation, it is normal for the wiring to become loose. Check whether the horn's fuse is damaged. The car has multiple horns, and when multiple horns work simultaneously, the current can reach 15A or even above 20A. If the horn button is used to directly control the current, the high current will quickly burn out the horn button, hence a horn relay is used. Taking the Lavida 2013 Classic 1.6L Automatic Fashion Edition as an example: it is a compact 4-door 5-seater sedan under SAIC Volkswagen, with a length, width, and height of 4608mm, 1743mm, and 1465mm respectively, a wheelbase of 2610mm, equipped with a 6-speed automatic manual transmission, and a top speed of 174 kilometers per hour.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I've encountered many instances where the car horn doesn't sound when locking the vehicle. In the 2013 Lavida model, there are several main reasons for this issue: a blown fuse is the most common problem, caused by circuit overload or aging; the horn itself may be damaged, such as from water corrosion or long-term wear and tear; loose or short-circuited wiring connections, where corroded or detached connectors interrupt the signal; additionally, a malfunctioning body control module or the horn alert function being turned off in the settings could also be the cause. I recommend first checking the manual to locate the fuse box, usually found in the lower left corner of the dashboard, to see if the horn fuse is blown. If that's not the issue, inspect the horn wiring connections in the engine compartment for stability. Avoid tampering with the wiring yourself, as it can lead to further complications. It's best to take the car to a professional repair shop for diagnosis and handling to prevent any safety vulnerabilities.
