Specifications: Horn Location

2008 Ford Edge SE
2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB Horn - Edge & MKX
2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB
Horn - Edge & MKX
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Description Nm lb-in
Horn bolt 10 89
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

HORN
NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module
(GEM).
The horn system consists of the following components:
 Horn switches (part of the steering wheel)

 Clockspring
 Horn relay (part of the SJB)
 Horn
For removal and installation of the steering wheel, refer to STEERING COLUMN article.
For removal and installation of the SJB, refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES article.
Horn Location
The horn is mounted on the side of the RH wheel well under the front fender splash shield.
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
HORN
Special Tools
Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent
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Vehicle Communication Module

(VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic
System (IDS) software with
appropriate hardware, or equivalent
scan tool
Flex Probe Kit 105-R025C or equivalent
Principles of Operation
NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module
(GEM).
The SJB supplies the control and switched voltage to the horn relay (part of the SJB). When the horn switches
(part of the steering wheel) are pressed, ground is supplied through the clockspring to the horn relay. The horn
relay is then energized, directing voltage to the horn and enabling the horn to sound.
The horn switch is comprised of 2 sets of contacts separated by springs. The lower set is connected to ground
and the upper set is connected to the horn signal circuit. When the driver air bag module is pressed, it pushes
down on the upper set of contacts, collapsing the springs and allowing the contacts to touch. When the contacts
touch, it completes the circuit.
When the vehicle security system is armed, the SJB provides a momentary ground to the horn relay control side
to indicate the system is armed, and an on and off ground when an intrusion is detected or the panic alarm is
activated.
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

Mechanical Electrical
 Smart junction box
 Horn (SJB) fuse 24 (20A)
 Steering wheel switch  Wiring, terminals or
harness connectors
 Horn switches (part of  Clockspring
the steering wheel)
 SJB
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3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before
proceeding to the next step.
NOTE: Make sure to use the latest scan tool release software.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, connect the scan tool to the data link connector (DLC).
NOTE: The vehicle communication module (VCM) LED prove-out confirms power
and ground from the DLC are provided to the VCM.
5. If the scan tool does not communicate with the VCM:

 Check the VCM connection to the vehicle.
 Check the scan tool connection to the VCM.
 Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article, No Power To The Scan Tool, to

diagnose no communication with the vehicle.
6. If the scan tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
 Verify the ignition key is in the ON position.
 Verify the scan tool operation with a known good vehicle.
 Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article to diagnose no response from the

PCM.
7. Carry out the network test.
 If the scan tool responds with no communication with one or more modules, refer to MODULE
COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article.
 If the network test passes, retrieve and record the continuous memory DTCs.
8. Clear the continuous DTCs and carry out the self-test diagnostics for the SJB.
9. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to DTC Charts. For all other DTCs, refer to
MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES article.
10. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, go to Symptom Chart.
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart
Condition Possible Sources Action
 Fuse
 Wiring, terminals or
connectors
 Horn
 The horn is inoperative  Go to Pinpoint Test A .
 Clockspring
 Steering wheel switch harness
 Horn switches (part of the
steering wheel)
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 Smart junction box (SJB)

 Wiring, terminals or
connectors
 Clockspring
 The horn is always on  Steering wheel switch harness  Go to Pinpoint Test B .
 Horn switches (part of the
steering wheel)
 SJB
Pinpoint Tests
Pinpoint Test A: The Horn Is Inoperative
Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article , Horn/Cigar Lighter for schematic and connector
information.
Normal Operation
The smart junction box (SJB) supplies the switched and control voltage to the horn relay (part of the SJB).
When the horn switches (part of the steering wheel) are pressed, the switches are grounded to the steering wheel
through circuit GD165 (BK), and the clockspring to the instrument panel cross-car beam through circuit GD116
(BK/VT). Ground is then supplied to the horn relay through circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), energizing the horn
relay. The horn relay then sends voltage to the horn through circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), enabling the horn to
sound. Ground for the horn is supplied through circuit GD123 (BK/GY).
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
 Fuse
 Wiring, terminals or connectors
 Horn
 Clockspring
 SJB
PINPOINT TEST A: THE HORN IS INOPERATIVE
CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to
use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
A1 CHECK THE SJB OUTPUT

 Key in ON position.
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Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: SJB DataLogger

 Select the SJB PID (HORN). Active command the horn on and then off.
 Does the horn sound when commanded on?
YES : Go to A2.
NO : Go to A7.
A2 CHECK CIRCUIT GD165 (BK) FOR AN OPEN
 Key in OFF position.
 Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
 Disconnect: Clockspring C218b
Fig. 1: Checking Circuit GD165 (BK) For Open

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218b-2, circuit GD165 (BK), harness side and

ground.
 Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
YES : Go to A3.
NO : REPAIR the circuit. INSTALL the driver air bag module. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. TEST the system for normal operation.
A3 CHECK CIRCUIT GD116 (BK/VT) FOR AN OPEN
 Disconnect: Clockspring C218a
Fig. 2: Checking Circuit GD116 (BK/VT) For Open

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Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218a-7, circuit GD116 (BK/VT), harness side and

ground.
YES : Go to A4.
A4 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH02 (BU/WH) FOR AN OPEN
 Disconnect: SJB C2280b
Fig. 3: Checking Circuit CRH02 (BU/WH) For Open

Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218a-8, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side

and the SJB C2280b-41, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side.
YES : Go to A5.
A5 CHECK THE CLOCKSPRING FOR AN OPEN
Fig. 4: Checking Clockspring For Open

 Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218a pin 7, component side and the clockspring
C218b pin 2, component side.
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Fig. 5: Checking Clockspring For Open

Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218a pin 8, component side and the clockspring

C218b pin 1, component side.
 Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
YES : Go to A6.
NO : INSTALL a new clockspring. INSTALL the driver air bag module. REFER to
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. TEST the system for normal operation.
A6 CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL SWITCH HARNESS FOR AN OPEN
 Disconnect: Horn Switch C2996 and C2997
Fig. 6: Checking Steering Wheel Switch Harness For Open

 Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218b-1, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side
and the horn switch C2996-1, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side; and between the clockspring
C218b-1, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side and the horn switch C2997-1, circuit CRH02
(BU/WH), harness side.
 Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
YES : INSTALL a new steering wheel. REFER to STEERING COLUMN article. INSTALL the
driver air bag module. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. TEST the
system for normal operation.
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A7 CHECK CIRCUIT GD123 (BK/GY) FOR AN OPEN

 Disconnect: Horn C131
Fig. 7: Checking Circuit GD123 (BK/GY) For Open

Measure the resistance between the horn C131-1, circuit GD123 (BK/GY), harness side and

ground.
YES : Go to A8.
NO : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
A8 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH04 (VT/GN) FOR VOLTAGE
Fig. 8: Checking Circuit CRH04 (VT/GN) For Voltage

Measure the voltage between the horn C131-2, circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), harness side, and the horn

C131-1, circuit GD123 (BK/GY), harness side, while pressing the horn switch.
 Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
YES : INSTALL a new horn. REFER to Horn. TEST the system for normal operation.
NO : VERIFY the SJB fuse 24 (20A) is OK. If OK, go to A9.
A9 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH04 (VT/GN) FOR AN OPEN
 Disconnect: SJB C2280e
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Fig. 9: Checking Circuit CRH04 (VT/GN) For Open

Measure the resistance between the SJB C2280e-5 , circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), harness side, and the

horn C131-2, circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), harness side.
YES : Go to A10.
NO : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
A10 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB OPERATION
 Disconnect all the SJB connectors.
 Check for:
 corrosion
 damaged pins
 pushed-out pins
 Connect all the SJB connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
 Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
 Is the concern still present?
YES : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES

article. TEST the system for normal operation.
NO : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose
or corroded connector.
Pinpoint Test B: The Horn Is Always On
Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article , Horn/Cigar Lighter for schematic and connector
information.
Normal Operation
The smart junction box (SJB) supplies the switched and control voltage to the horn relay (part of the SJB).
When the horn switches (part of the steering wheel) are pressed, the switches are grounded to the steering
wheel, and the clockspring to the instrument panel cross-car beam. Ground is then supplied to the horn relay
through circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), energizing the horn relay. The horn relay then sends voltage to the horn
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through circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), enabling the horn to sound.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
 Wiring, terminals or connectors

 Clockspring
 SJB
PINPOINT TEST B: THE HORN IS ALWAYS ON
CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to
use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
B1 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH04 (VT/GN) FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

 Disconnect: SJB C2280e
 Key in ON position.
 Does the horn continue to sound?
YES : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
NO : Go to B2.
B2 CHECK THE HORN SWITCH INPUT
 Disconnect: SJB C2280b
 Connect: SJB C2280e
 Does the horn sound continuously?
YES : Go to B6.
NO : Go to B3.
B3 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH02 (BU/WH) FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
 Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM article.
 Disconnect: Clockspring C218a
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Fig. 10: Checking Circuit CRH02 (BU/WH) For Short To Ground

Measure the resistance between the clockspring C218a-8, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side

and ground.
 Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
YES : Go to B4.
NO : REPAIR the circuit. REPOWER the SRS. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM article. TEST the system for normal operation.
B4 CHECK THE CLOCKSPRING FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
 Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
 Connect: Clockspring C218a
 Disconnect: Clockspring C218b
Fig. 11: Checking Clockspring For Short To Ground

Measure the resistance between the SJB C2280b-41, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side and

ground.
YES : Go to B5.
NO : INSTALL a new clockspring. INSTALL the driver air bag module. REFER to
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. TEST the system for normal operation.
B5 CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL SWITCH HARNESS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
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 Disconnect: Horn Switch C2996 and C2997
Fig. 12: Checking Steering Wheel Switch Harness For Short To Ground
Measure the resistance between the clockspring 218b-1, circuit CRH02 (BU/WH), harness side and

ground.
YES : INSTALL a new steering wheel. REFER to STEERING COLUMN article. INSTALL the
driver air bag module. REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. TEST the
system for normal operation.
B6 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB OPERATION
 Disconnect all the SJB connectors.
 Check for:
 corrosion
 damaged pins
 pushed-out pins
 Connect all the SJB connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
 Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
 Is the concern still present?
YES : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES

article. TEST the system for normal operation.
NO : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose
or corroded connector.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

HORN
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Fig. 13: Exploded View Of Horn Components (With Torque Specifications)

Item Part Number Description

Front fender splash shield screws (RH) (5
1 W706805
required)
2 - Horn electrical connector (part of 14290)
3 W605784 Horn bolt
4 13832 Horn
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING
AND LIFTING article.
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2. Remove the 5 RH front fender splash shield screws.

 Pull the RH front fender splash shield downward to access the horn.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

4. Remove the bolt and the horn.
 To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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2008 Ford Edge SE

2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB Horn - Edge & MKX

2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB

Horn - Edge & MKX

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

The horn system consists of the following components:

 Horn switches (part of the steering wheel)

73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent

Vehicle Communication Module

Flex Probe Kit 105-R025C or equivalent

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern.

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

5. If the scan tool does not communicate with the VCM:

 Check the scan tool connection to the VCM.

 Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article, No Power To The Scan Tool, to

 Verify the scan tool operation with a known good vehicle.

 Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article to diagnose no response from the

 Smart junction box (SJB)

Pinpoint Test A: The Horn Is Inoperative

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

PINPOINT TEST A: THE HORN IS INOPERATIVE

A1 CHECK THE SJB OUTPUT

 Does the horn sound when commanded on?

 Disconnect: Clockspring C218b

Fig. 1: Checking Circuit GD165 (BK) For Open

Fig. 2: Checking Circuit GD116 (BK/VT) For Open

Fig. 3: Checking Circuit CRH02 (BU/WH) For Open

Fig. 4: Checking Clockspring For Open

Fig. 5: Checking Clockspring For Open

Fig. 6: Checking Steering Wheel Switch Harness For Open

A7 CHECK CIRCUIT GD123 (BK/GY) FOR AN OPEN

 Disconnect: Horn C131

Fig. 7: Checking Circuit GD123 (BK/GY) For Open

Fig. 8: Checking Circuit CRH04 (VT/GN) For Voltage

Fig. 9: Checking Circuit CRH04 (VT/GN) For Open

 Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.

 Is the concern still present?

YES : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES

Pinpoint Test B: The Horn Is Always On

through circuit CRH04 (VT/GN), enabling the horn to sound.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

 Wiring, terminals or connectors

PINPOINT TEST B: THE HORN IS ALWAYS ON

B1 CHECK CIRCUIT CRH04 (VT/GN) FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

 Disconnect: SJB C2280e

 Does the horn continue to sound?

 Disconnect: SJB C2280b

 Connect: SJB C2280e

 Does the horn sound continuously?

Fig. 10: Checking Circuit CRH02 (BU/WH) For Short To Ground

 Connect: Clockspring C218a

 Disconnect: Clockspring C218b

Fig. 11: Checking Clockspring For Short To Ground

 Disconnect: Horn Switch C2996 and C2997

 Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.

 Is the concern still present?

YES : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION