2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 188

Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Adjustment appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. Compass calibration This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the Modular COMAND system with navigation module*. In order to calibrate the compass properly, mind the following: Calibrate the compass in open terrain. Nearby buildings, bridges, power lines and large antenna masts, for example, could impair compass calibration. Press button æ or ç to set the respective compass zone. For information on how to select the proper geographic zone, see "Compass" ( page 327). Switch off electrical consumers (e.g. climate control, windshield wipers, or rear window defroster). Close all doors and the tailgate. Start the engine ( page 53). Press button æ or ç to move the selection marker to the Vehicle submenu. Press button æ or ç to set the selection marker to Start. The following message appears in the multifunction display: Compass Calibration Active Please drive in a full circle Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Compass Calibration appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on setting off. 187