2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Manual - Page 185

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 is selected. (Refer to "Compass Variance" for additional information). Then, continue to calibrate the compass as follows: 1. Start the engine and leave the shift lever in the PARK position. 2. Press and release the EVIC button several times until the EVIC displays the Personal Settings (CustomerProgrammable Features) menu. 3. Press and release the EVIC button several times until "Calibrate Compass (Yes)" is displayed. A long (longer than two seconds) EVIC button press will place the compass in calibration mode. 4. The CAL indicator will come on continuously in the EVIC display, to indicate that the compass is now in the calibration mode and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. Press the EVIC button from the ЉCalibrate Compass (Yes)Љ screen to exit the EVIC CustomerProgrammable features, and return it to its normal operating mode.) 5. Drive the vehicle slowly, under 5 mph (8 km/h), completing one or more circles (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the "CAL" indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to introduce some compass error. To ensure compass accuracy, the compass variance should be properly set according to the compass variance zone map for the vehicle's current location. The compass in your vehicle will now automatically compensate for this difference. 4