Enabling the horn to sound when locking a Hyundai vehicle typically involves adjusting the settings within the car’s infotainment system or using the key fob. Here’s a step-by-step guide to enable the horn sound:
Step 1: Refer to Your Owner’s Manual
Begin by consulting your vehicle’s owner’s manual. The manual should provide specific instructions on how to modify the settings for your particular model. Hyundai models may have slightly different features or methods for changing these settings based on their year and model.
Step 2: Use the Infotainment System
If your Hyundai is equipped with an infotainment system, it often includes a settings menu where you can customize various features of the car, including the feedback when locking the doors:
- Start the car and access the infotainment system’s main screen.
- Look for a “Settings” or “Setup” icon and select it.
- Navigate to a section related to “Vehicle,” “Locks,” “Security,” or similar.
- Search for an option that says “Horn Feedback,” “Horn with Lock,” “Sound Horn on Lock,” or something similar.
- Select this option and then choose “On” or “Enable.”
- Exit out of the settings menu.
Once you’ve made this change, lock the car with the remote to test if the horn now sounds.
Step 3: Use the Key Fob
Some Hyundai models allow you to enable or disable the horn sound when locking the car using a specific combination of key fob button presses. Here is a general way to try this:
- Lock the vehicle with the remote.
- Press and hold the “Lock” button on the key fob for about 4 to 5 seconds.
- While continuing to hold the “Lock” button, press the “Panic” or “Horn” button briefly (if available).
- Release both buttons.
Check the owner’s manual for model-specific instructions as this method may vary or may not be available for your Hyundai model.
Step 4: Contact Your Hyundai Dealer or Customer Service
If you are unable to enable the horn on lock feature through the infotainment system or the key fob, the next step is to contact a Hyundai dealer. They can provide guidance over the phone or may ask you to bring the vehicle in so a technician can adjust the settings.
Additional Tips:
- Some Hyundai models may require you to complete these steps with the ignition turned off or the engine running. Check your owner’s manual for specifics.
- For Hyundais that don’t have an infotainment system, there may be a combination of key turns or door open/closed sequences that enable this feature. The owner’s manual should provide this information.
- The ability to enable the horn when locking the car might not be available on all Hyundai models, especially older ones. In such cases, a dealer may need to activate the feature using specialized diagnostic tools.
Remember, the exact steps may vary based on your model and year, so your owner’s manual is the most accurate resource for instructions related to your specific vehicle.