How long does the horn relay last?
Having a fully functional horn is an essential part of driving safety. The horn on your car will allow you to alert other drivers to your presence and in some cases can be used to prevent accidents. The flow of energy that the horn receives from the battery must be regulated to reduce the chance of it shorting out. The task of the horn relay is to make sure that the power supplied to the horn is sufficient for trouble-free operation. Every time the vehicle is turned on, the horn relay must start to operate in order for the horn to remain operational.
The relays installed in your vehicle are designed to last as long as the vehicle. Like any other electrical component in a car, the horn relay can show signs of wear over time. Usually the biggest problems that a relay has are related to its wiring. In some cases, relay wiring becomes brittle and breaks easily. The presence of these broken wires can lead to a number of problems and may cause the horn to not work at all. If you suspect there is a problem with your relay's wiring, you will have to take the time to have a professional look at it for you.
Identifying horn relay problems and fixing them in a timely manner will help reduce the amount of time you are not working with your horn. Trying to track down the problems you're having with the horn on your own can be nearly impossible due to your lack of experience.
When problems arise with the horn relay, you may begin to notice certain problems:
- Nothing happens when you press the button
- All you hear is a click when you press the horn
- The horn only works sometimes
By taking steps to repair a broken horn relay, you can avoid the negative consequences associated with not having a properly working horn.
