Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure

1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving. Only set it when the vehicle is in P (Park).

Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays.

2. Find the vehicle’s current location and variance

2. Find the vehicle’s current location and variance zone number on the map.

Zones 1 through 15 are available.

3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone.

4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC.

5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass.

See “Compass Calibration Procedure” following.

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