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Russell · 11-03-2003, 01:43 AM

Hey guys and gals

I recently blew a fuse in the truck, and when I went to reinstall the fuse, my horn came on, and stayed on as soon as it went back in, not only did it scare the heck outta me, but it also takes my light buzzer out, and I'm constantly leaving my lights on :P I would very much like to get this fixed as it is also the same circuit my stereo is on, lol

Also, do the reverse lights have their own fuse, or is there something else terribly wrong with my truck's electrical system?

crackajacka · 11-03-2003, 03:34 AM

i dont know why your radio the same circut, in the wireing harness theres a red wire for constant hot and u run your ignition on wire to the radio fuse and works just fine. i dont know what the thing is with your horn. can u beat on the horn on the steering wheel and i finally go off? on your backup lights have u checked the bulbs lately? might check all your fuses.( i bought the 50pk or assorted fuses w/ the fuse tester/puller included, makes it easer instead of pulling everything. you could always get the smart fuses ya know light up when they blow thats the real lazy mans fuse lol)

chevychic · 11-03-2003, 04:41 AM

Do you have an aftermarket steering wheel? If you do and it wasn't installed correctly, the wire could be making contact and closing the circuit causing the horn to go off. This happened to me but at 2 AM in the morning causing the neighbors to call the police cuz it scared the crap outta them. It didn't even wake me up until the police came knocking on my door. That was embarrassing

Blue Beard · 11-03-2003, 09:43 AM

Had a aftermarket wheel doing the same thing...............

Russell · 11-03-2003, 10:52 AM

Its all stock, and I just replaced my rear bulbs, I guess I'll tear into the column again and figure it out....

**old Rusty C10** · 11-03-2003, 11:11 AM

ive had the same problem with the horn goin off but it was the horn button if youre thinking its the stereo , unplug this thing and see if its gotten rid of the problem
as for reverse lights, they are on a seperate circut.
lets hope this is easier to track then your bad ignition wires lol

Russell · 11-03-2003, 11:22 AM

stupid ignition wires :P

11-03-2003, 01:43 AM	#1
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Electrical issues... Hey guys and gals I recently blew a fuse in the truck, and when I went to reinstall the fuse, my horn came on, and stayed on as soon as it went back in, not only did it scare the heck outta me, but it also takes my light buzzer out, and I'm constantly leaving my lights on :P I would very much like to get this fixed as it is also the same circuit my stereo is on, lol Also, do the reverse lights have their own fuse, or is there something else terribly wrong with my truck's electrical system? __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

11-03-2003, 03:34 AM	#2
crackajacka Stylin Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tuttle, OK Posts: 620	i dont know why your radio the same circut, in the wireing harness theres a red wire for constant hot and u run your ignition on wire to the radio fuse and works just fine. i dont know what the thing is with your horn. can u beat on the horn on the steering wheel and i finally go off? on your backup lights have u checked the bulbs lately? might check all your fuses.( i bought the 50pk or assorted fuses w/ the fuse tester/puller included, makes it easer instead of pulling everything. you could always get the smart fuses ya know light up when they blow thats the real lazy mans fuse lol) __________________ Ive been traveling for some time, with my fishin pole and my bottle of shyne. Most Girls like finished products and just dont understand what a good addiction does for you http://www.paulwall.us/

11-03-2003, 04:41 AM	#3
chevychic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Chanhassen, MN Posts: 1,061	Do you have an aftermarket steering wheel? If you do and it wasn't installed correctly, the wire could be making contact and closing the circuit causing the horn to go off. This happened to me but at 2 AM in the morning causing the neighbors to call the police cuz it scared the crap outta them. It didn't even wake me up until the police came knocking on my door. That was embarrassing __________________ *ChevyChic* 86 Chevy K-10 If I can't be a good example, then I'll just have to be a horrible warning. "You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think" - Christopher Robin

11-03-2003, 09:43 AM	#4
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Had a aftermarket wheel doing the same thing............... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

11-03-2003, 10:52 AM	#5
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Its all stock, and I just replaced my rear bulbs, I guess I'll tear into the column again and figure it out.... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

11-03-2003, 11:11 AM	#6
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	ive had the same problem with the horn goin off but it was the horn button if youre thinking its the stereo , unplug this thing and see if its gotten rid of the problem as for reverse lights, they are on a seperate circut. lets hope this is easier to track then your bad ignition wires lol __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

11-03-2003, 11:22 AM	#7
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	stupid ignition wires :P __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)



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