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Post12-06-2019, 17:53    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

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The horn is not working on a Volkswagen Golf 6, first registration: 04/2012. The horn and fuses are in good working order. Relay swapped.
There is no signal reaching the horn connector.

BCM is broken icon_question.gif.

Error according to VCDS: (I need to update the VCDS software).



Wednesday, June 12, 2019, 4:03:39:22077
VCDS -- A VAG/VAS emulator based on Windows, running on Windows 10 x64.
VCDS Version: DRV 18.9.0.2
Data as of: 20181017 DS296.0
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Dealer/Workshop name: VW
Company number: 010 00032 000010




"Die Sonne scheint hell, und die Vögel zwitschern fröhlich. Es ist ein wunderschöner Tag, um spazieren zu gehen oder ein Picknick im Park zu machen. Viele Menschen genießen das gute Wetter und verbringen Zeit im Freien."
"Die Sonne scheint hell, und die Vögel zwitschern fröhlich. Es ist ein wunderschöner Tag, um spazieren zu gehen oder ein Picknick im Park zu machen. Viele Menschen genießen das gute Wetter und verbringen Zeit im Freien."


Address 09: Central Electronics
Label file: DRV\1K0-937-08x-09.clb
Control unit part number: 1K0 937 086 M. Hardware: 1K0 937 086 M.
Component and/or version: BCM PQ35 M 110 0651
Encoding: 40180A3A88251AC0400800C8740081E44B510288736D8520648000200040
Operating number: WSC 01357 011 00200
VCID: 3A7F65FAB509A49ADB-806E
Error codes have been cleared.

Sure, here is the translation of the text from German to English:

"1 error found:"
03266 - Relay control for signal horn.
009 - Short circuit to ground.
Environmental conditions:
Error status: 01101001
Error priority: 2
Error frequency: 1
Lost Count: 87
Mileage: 185,832 km
Time: 0
Date: 2018.07.14
Time: 16:02:60

Environmental conditions:
Class 15, Entry.
Voltage: 12.50 V
one
one
Size 50, SOLD OUT.
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NA,Gehörlose wie ich können auch Schrauben! Ihr HÖRT ich FÜHLE! T3 TD EX-JX Jetzt 1Z mit 122PS und Renaultgetriebe Golf II TD Bj 84 512Tkm Passi 35I 1Z 468Tkm--> Seat Toledo AHF-- Toledo ARL 477Tkm mit Spritspartuning icon_wink.gif 99er T4 Syncro-Cross 100800km grad eingefahren


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Post12-06-2019, 18:03    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

Just checked: Dashboard control panel, measurement block 071, 3rd position. Horn function (pressed/not pressed) is working correctly. Error as described above, reappears immediately after deletion.
NA,Gehörlose wie ich können auch Schrauben! Ihr HÖRT ich FÜHLE! T3 TD EX-JX Jetzt 1Z mit 122PS und Renaultgetriebe Golf II TD Bj 84 512Tkm Passi 35I 1Z 468Tkm--> Seat Toledo AHF-- Toledo ARL 477Tkm mit Spritspartuning icon_wink.gif 99er T4 Syncro-Cross 100800km grad eingefahren


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Post12-06-2019, 18:29    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

Hello Kai,

Is the electrical connection from the body control module to the horn relay in good working order? Does the relay click when the horn is activated? It usually boils down to either a faulty connector or a damaged cable.

Best regards, Rainer.


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Post13-06-2019, 17:16    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

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Hello Kai,

Is the electrical connection from the body control module to the horn relay in good working order? Does the relay click when the horn is activated? It usually boils down to either a faulty connector or a damaged cable.

Best regards, Rainer


Neither a click nor any voltage, ground, or positive connection was detected.

Cause: A fuse was MISSING icon_twisted.gif.

After a lengthy search, I noticed that a fuse holder had a contact on both sides, whereas typically, fuse holders either have one contact or none where fuses are supposed to be inserted. Where there were contacts, I inserted a fuse. "Ugh, here we go again... honestly, you never stop learning." icon_rolleyes.gif

The owner doesn't even know if he himself removed the fuse or something, and it wasn't until the TÜV inspection that it was discovered that the horn wasn't working.
NA,Gehörlose wie ich können auch Schrauben! Ihr HÖRT ich FÜHLE! T3 TD EX-JX Jetzt 1Z mit 122PS und Renaultgetriebe Golf II TD Bj 84 512Tkm Passi 35I 1Z 468Tkm--> Seat Toledo AHF-- Toledo ARL 477Tkm mit Spritspartuning icon_wink.gif 99er T4 Syncro-Cross 100800km grad eingefahren


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Post13-06-2019, 19:00    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

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Thank you for your feedback!


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Post14-06-2019, 18:06    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

T3Surfer wrote:

Cause: A fuse was MISSING icon_twisted.gif.

After a lengthy search, I noticed that a fuse holder had a contact on both sides, whereas typically, fuse holders either have one contact or none where fuses are supposed to be inserted. Where there were contacts, I inserted a fuse. "Ugh, here we go again... honestly, you never stop learning." icon_rolleyes.gif

Possibly an ADAC workshop check, or a verification of the customer's honesty icon_smile.gif.


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Post10-09-2019, 20:06    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

Hmm, good question. He's a loyal customer, so I doubt he's trying to trick me.

It was already weird icon_confused.gif.
NA,Gehörlose wie ich können auch Schrauben! Ihr HÖRT ich FÜHLE! T3 TD EX-JX Jetzt 1Z mit 122PS und Renaultgetriebe Golf II TD Bj 84 512Tkm Passi 35I 1Z 468Tkm--> Seat Toledo AHF-- Toledo ARL 477Tkm mit Spritspartuning icon_wink.gif 99er T4 Syncro-Cross 100800km grad eingefahren


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Post10-09-2019, 21:33    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

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The owner doesn't even know if he himself had removed the fuse or something, and it wasn't until the TÜV inspection that it was discovered that the horn wasn't working.

It couldn't happen to me; I use that thing almost every day.
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Post10-09-2019, 21:52    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

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The owner doesn't even know if he himself removed the fuse or something, and it wasn't until the TÜV inspection that it was discovered that the horn wasn't working.

It couldn't happen to me; I use that thing almost every day.
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Post13-10-2022, 19:50    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

Can anyone tell me where the horn relay is located in a Golf 6 GTI 5K0? According to my diagnostic tool, there is no signal at the relay.


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Post13-10-2022, 20:30    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

If you already have a diagnostic tool, we would appreciate an Autoscan.
If no one can tell you right away, you can find the location of the relay in the vehicle-specific manual or wiring diagram.
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Post15-10-2022, 20:08    Subject: Golf 6 horn not working Quote

Hi,

While doing some research on my own, I came across a page that discusses the relay number 3 (horn relay) for the Golf 6.
"located in the 'Relay diagram, Type 2 / Relay holder via body control module'." It's probably located under the dashboard trim, just like in the Fabia 1.
So, the lower kick panel needs to be removed, and the relay bracket should be located directly above it on the left side.

Best regards from Hesse.
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