HORN INOP AFTER BUMPER REINFORCEMENT REPLACEMENT

Applicable Models

Model Starting S/N Ending S/N Model Spec
  MAZDA3 2007-2007   000000   ZZZZZZ  

Related Category/Subcategory/Symptoms

BODY AND ACCESSORY / INSTRUMENTATION / DRIVER INFO. / IMPROPER OPERATION
BODY AND ACCESSORY / OTHER / IMPROPER OPERATION

MTOL - 5225 Dealer Repair Information

Symptom and Conditions

On some replacement front bumper reinforcements for Mazda3 vehicles, the
mounting hole for the horn has been painted.  Normally, tape is placed 
over the hole before painting to prevent this condition.                
                                                                     
The paint does not allow the horn to ground to the reinforcement causing
the horn to not function.                                          

Repair Procedure

**SEE M-TIPS NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2006 EDITION FOR DIAGRAM***             

To remedy this concern, clean the horn mounting hole of any paint 
to ensure a good ground connection and reinstall the horn. 
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