2003 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 153

'03 MATRIX_U (L/O 0201) Compass z Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuits. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances even though their power consumption is under 115 VAC/100W. These appliances may not operate properly. The compass indicates the direction that the vehicle is heading. In the above case, it shows that the vehicle is heading north. Displays N NE E SE S SW W NW The direction is indicated on the inside rear view mirror. If the ignition switch was turned off with the system on, the system will automatically turn back on when the ignition switch is turned on. To the on. To the off. turn on the compass, push and hold " " switch until the display turns turn off the compass, push and hold " switch until the display turns " Directions North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest D Appliances with high initial peak watt- age: cathode−ray tube type televisions, compressor −driven refrigerators, electric pumps, electric tools, etc. cise data: medical equipment, measuring instruments, etc. The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: D Measuring devices which process preD Other appliances requiring an extremely D The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning. D The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped. stable power supply: microcomputer − controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc. D The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning. D The vehicle is on an inclined surface. Certain electrical appliances may cause radio noise. 2003 MY COROLLA MATRIX_U (OM12767U) 153