2009 Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual - Page 80

02 Instruments and controls Mirrors Rearview mirror 02 NOTE This function is automatically switched off when the gear selector is placed in the Reverse position. Rearview mirror with compass (option) or when the engine is running. The compass can be switched off or on by pressing the inset button on the rear side of the mirror (see the inset illustration). This can be done with straightened paperclip or similar object. The button is recessed approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm) in the mirror. To reduce glare from the headlights of following vehicles, use the control to switch between the normal and night-driving positions. Normal position Night position, reduces glare from following headlights G026965 G026409 G026660 Autodim function (option) The autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare. The upper left-hand corner of the rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction toward which the car is pointing. Eight different directions can be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The display shows your car's orientation with respect to true north. If the compass is activated, it will be displayed automatically when the ignition is in postilion II Magnetic zones The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass is initially set for the zone to which the car was delivered, and should always be adjusted if the car is driven to a new magnetic zone. To do so: 1. Switch the ignition to position II. 80