3-7. Other interior features
Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
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The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
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
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interference 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.).
The vehicle has become magnetized.
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(There is a magnet or metal object near the trip information display.)
The battery has been disconnected.
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A door is open.
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CAUTION
While driving the vehicle
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Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle
is stopped.
When doing the circling calibration
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Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
calibration.
NOTICE
To avoid a compass malfunctions
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Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the roof of the vehicle.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
To ensure normal operation of the compass
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Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the
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earth's magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
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dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.
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