> I've had the same problem with mine, and it is caused by another key on the
> ring dropping between the steering wheel and steering column when you insert
> the keys.  The key tip shorts the horn wiring, allowing the beep.  I'll bet
> if you use the key off the keyring by itself, it will not do that.
> Steve Sandlin
> Steve's Lock Shoppe   http://www.steveslockshop.com
> '84 Wolfsburg Westy
> '79 Transporter
> '00 New Beetle

 I can confirm what Steve says-done it many times w/ my mega key ring.

Tom