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Where is the horn located on the New Sail?

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MarcusFitz
09/04/25 4:44am

The horn of the New Sail is located inside the bumper. Additional information about the New Sail is as follows: Introduction to the New Sail: The New Sail is a product developed by Shanghai General Motors Co., Ltd. to meet the actual needs of Chinese family car users today. It is a completely revamped version based on the original Sail, with upgrades that better cater to the demands of the mass-market automotive consumers in China. The New Sail is meticulously crafted in accordance with General Motors' quality standards, with coordinated efforts across various functional areas such as research and development, procurement, manufacturing, and quality control. This ensures that the New Sail achieves global standards and quality throughout the entire business chain. Exterior of the New Sail: The New Sail's exterior is vibrant and exudes a sense of luxury car grandeur. All the aerodynamic lines are prominently accentuated, giving a refreshing new look and enhancing the vehicle's sporty feel. The fog lights, embedded in the lower bumper, are exclusively designed for the top-tier models. The lines extending from the hood to the grille give the front fascia a dynamic and aggressive appearance, while the multiple lines on the body lend the New Sail a muscular look. The rear of the car has also undergone new changes, with updated combination taillights and a redesigned rear bumper, making it appear more lively.

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DiArthur
09/16/25 5:46am

I've been driving a Sail for several years, and the horn is located under the hood. When you open the hood and look forward, you'll find it behind the bumper, near the radiator frame. The Sail typically has a dual-horn system, with one high-tone and one low-tone horn, mounted on a metal bracket at the lower side of the radiator, specifically on the left or right end of the front. This design ensures wide sound propagation for clear audibility on the road. If the horn stops working, don't panic—first check the fuse box under the driver's seat, as a blown fuse is often the culprit. If you're replacing the horn yourself, you'll need tools to unscrew the bracket bolts. It's safer to disconnect the power before working to avoid short circuits that could damage the electrical system. Regularly cleaning dust from this area can extend its lifespan, as clogged air intake holes can mute the horn. Given the complex road conditions, the horn is essential for warnings, and its placement here is quite practical.

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VonZane
10/30/25 6:21am

As someone who often works in auto repair shops, I can tell you that the horn on the new Sail isn't hard to locate. It's installed on the radiator frame within the engine compartment, typically positioned at the lower front section of the car, near where the bumper connects. Just pop the hood, crouch down, and look toward the front of the radiator—you'll spot it. It's usually a pair of dual-tone horns mounted on a metal bracket. If the horn is faulty and needs replacement, be careful during removal: first disconnect the battery's negative terminal, then use a wrench to unscrew the bracket bolts to take it out. A quick heads-up—many owners overlook the horn's concealed location, making it prone to water ingress during rain, which can corrode the wiring and result in weak or no sound. It's advisable to periodically check for loose connector plugs. Proper maintenance can save you a lot of hassle and prevent unexpected failures when you need it most. After all, in traffic, a loud horn can sometimes be the difference between avoiding a collision or not.

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MacPresley
12/13/25 6:28am

The first time I drove the new Sail, I was also curious about where the horn was. Later, I found it at the front under the hood. Simply put, if you stand at the front of the car and open the engine hood, look directly in front of the radiator, and you'll see a black, small speaker-like object—that's the horn. It's usually positioned slightly to the left or right and is securely fixed. Don't attempt to replace it yourself, as it's connected to electrical circuits, posing a high risk of electric shock, especially when the engine is hot. If the horn doesn't work while driving, try pressing it a few times before rushing to repair it—it might just be a stuck button. In daily driving, the horn's location doesn't affect its use, but knowing where it is can be helpful in emergencies, like navigating narrow roads in rural areas. Over time, this area can accumulate dust, but a simple clean-up is all that's needed—no need to constantly worry about it.

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