The electronic compass unit features a self-calibrating design, which simplifies the calibration procedure. This fea-
ture automatically updates the compass calibration while the vehicle is being driven. This allows the compass unit
to compensate for small changes in the residual magnetism that the vehicle may acquire during normal use. If the
compass readings appear to be erratic or the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays “CAL”, perform
the following calibration procedure. Also, any time EVIC service replacement components are installed, they must be
calibrated using this procedure. Do not attempt to calibrate the compass near large metal objects such as other
vehicles, large buildings, or bridges; or, near overhead or underground power lines.
Calibrate the compass manually as follows:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
2. Depress and hold the C/T push button (3) for
approximately two seconds.
3. Use the SCROLL buttons (3) until MANUAL COM-
PASS CALIBRATION is highlighted.
4. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
(1) to start the calibration. The message “CAL” will
appear in the EVIC display.
5. Drive the vehicle on a level surface, away from
large metal objects and power lines, through one or
two complete circles in not less than 16 seconds.
The “CAL” message will disappear from the display
to indicate that the compass is now calibrated.
NOTE: A blank compass display indicates that
vehicle degaussing (demagnetizing) is necessary.
NOTE: If the “CAL” message remains in the dis-
play, either there is excessive magnetism near the
compass, or the unit is inoperative. Repeat the
calibration procedure at least one more time.
NOTE: If the wrong direction is still indicated in the compass display, the area selected for calibration may
be too close to a strong magnetic field. Repeat the calibration procedure in another location.
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