2002 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 18

Instrumentation Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration adjustment. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 3. Locate compass sensor mounted at base of mirror. 4. Insert a paperclip into the small hole on the bottom of the compass sensor or press the button on the top of the compass module until ZONE appears in the instrument cluster display. 5. Release pressure on the paperclip or button and then slowly press it down again. 6. Continue to press until ZONE appears in the instrument cluster display, then release. The display should show the current zone number. 7. Press until the desired zone number appears. The display will flash and then return to normal operation. The zone is now updated. 18