2012 Lexus HS 250h Owners Manual - Page 406

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Conditions unfavorable to correct operation

The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:

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The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.

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The vehicle is on an inclined surface.

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The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interfer-

ence by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a

steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersection,

near a large vehicle, etc.).

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The vehicle has become magnetized. (There is a magnet or metal object near

the inside rear view mirror.)

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The battery has been disconnected.

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A door is open.

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CAUTION

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While driving the vehicle

Do not adjust the display. Adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.

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When doing the circling calibration

Secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not

violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.

NOTICE

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To avoid compass malfunctions

Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.

Doing this may cause the compass sensor to malfunction.

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To ensure normal operation of the compass

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Do not perform a circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s

magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.

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During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows,

etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.