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Compass: Testing and Inspection






Compass Calibration

Note! Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

Setting the geographical area
Switch on the ignition.
Press in the button for at least 3 seconds. The figure for the set range (1-15) is then displayed.








Europe
Press the button repeatedly until the number (1-15) for the relevant area is displayed. After approximately 4 seconds the display reverts to the compass direction.




Africa




Canada




USA




South America




Asia




Australia

Calibrating the compass





Note! The compass must be calibrated when the rear view mirror is replaced or when CAL appears in the display.

Find a large open space, free of traffic.
Start the vehicle.
Press in the button for at least 6 seconds. CAL should appear in the display.
Then drive at a maximum of 8 km/h in a circle (2-3 times) until the compass direction is displayed in the display again.