horn not working on the steering wheel

2000 CHEVROLET CAMARO
93,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALLAN P HUNT
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horn works when using remote "lock" but not when pressing steering wheel. The fuse good and the relay good.
Nov 1, 2016 at 8:15 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Probably a bad switch, but that may be sold as part of the airbag. Check with the dealer to find out.
Nov 1, 2016 at 11:33 AM
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ALLAN P HUNT
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Thank you. Health and happiness to you and your loved ones! Al
Nov 1, 2016 at 1:06 PM
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Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
Nov 7, 2016 at 8:30 AM
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ALLAN P HUNT
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Switches were good- Remedy ( believe it or not) was NOT to press horn symbols with thumbs but actually push using heel of hand forcibly or grip top of wheel & push FORCIBLY ! DUH !
Nov 7, 2016 at 8:58 AM
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O nice! good find on that one.

Please use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help and tell a friend.

Best, Ken
Nov 7, 2016 at 8:59 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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That's an indication of deterioration in the switch contacts. It will likely get worse over time.
Nov 7, 2016 at 9:00 AM
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ALLAN P HUNT
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THANKS- I know how to replace switches & will be watching !
Nov 7, 2016 at 9:52 AM
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