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n Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
l The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
l The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
l 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.).
l The vehicle has become magnetized. (There is a magnet or metal object near
the inside rear view mirror.)
l The battery has been disconnected.
l A door is open.
CAUTION
n While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
n 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
n 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 malfunction.
n To ensure normal operation of the compass
l 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.
l During calibration, do not operate electric s
ystems (moon roof, power windows,
etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.