MAN 81253016074 horn

Description

This is a horn designed to provide an audible warning signal. It is a critical component of a vehicle's safety system, commonly used in trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles to alert pedestrians and other drivers. This MAN horn, with MPN 81253016074, is built for reliability and performance. Its dimensions are 55 x 110 x 125 mm, ensuring a secure fit within the vehicle's engine compartment. This horn delivers a clear and powerful sound, enhancing driver safety and contributing to preventative accident measures.

Key Features & Benefits

The horn’s job is pretty straightforward – it makes a loud noise when you press the button on the steering wheel. But there’s a little more to it than that. Inside, it's an electromagnetic device. When you hit the button, it sends electricity to an electromagnet, which rapidly vibrates a diaphragm. That vibration is what creates the sound. Some horns are a single tone, others have a high and low note for a more noticeable sound. The horn is a crucial part of your vehicle’s safety system. It’s how you communicate with other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. It’s for warning them of your presence, alerting them to potential danger, or signaling your intentions. It's directly wired into the car’s electrical system and usually controlled by a relay – that’s a little switch that handles the higher current needed for the horn.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

A working horn can really prevent accidents. You’ll notice if yours stops working pretty quickly – it's one of those things you don't think about until you need it. It acts like a shield, giving you a way to avoid collisions. If it’s not loud enough or is failing intermittently, that's a safety issue. A lot of folks find replacements on sites like Fixparts Online, but you can get them almost anywhere. Just make sure you get one that’s compatible with your vehicle. It's a relatively inexpensive part to replace, and definitely worth keeping in good working order.

Warranty Information

MAN horn (MPN 81253016074) comes with a 1-year warranty.