2010 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
2010 Ford Explorer Manual
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Instrument Cluster 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. Do the following to set the proper zone: Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone 3 2 1 15 map. 4 14 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 5 3. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the information menu until the message center displays HOLD RESET FOR SETUP MENU. 4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center displays HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK. Do not hold the stem down at this point as you do not want to enter the system check. Instead, quickly release the stem and repeatedly press it again to scroll through the setup menu until the message center displays COMPASS ZONE XX. 5. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two seconds to enter the compass zone adjustment mode. 6. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem until the desired zone number appears. 7. Release the SELECT/RESET stem and allow the setup timer to expire to exit the procedure. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 26 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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