Compass display (if so equipped)

This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and indicates the direction of the vehicle’s heading. With the ignition switch placed in the ON position, press the the button as described in the chart below to activate various features of the automatic anti-glare rearview mirror.

For information about the automatic anti-glare

For information about the automatic anti-glare feature, refer to “Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.

Press the  button for about 1

Press the second when button for about 1 second when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position to toggle the compass display 1 on or off. The display will indicate the direction of the vehicle’s heading.

N: North
E: East
S: South
W: West

If the display reads “C”, calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in three complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h).

You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The compass will be calibrated once it has tracked three complete circles.

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