Compass Variance - Oldsmobile 2001 Silhouette Owner's Manual

Compass Variance

Compass variance is the difference between magnetic
north and geographic north. In some areas of the
country, the difference is great enough to cause the
compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the
compass variance must be set.
Setting the Variance
Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the
compass/temperature mode. Press both the E/M and
MODE buttons simultaneously for approximately five
seconds. The last entered variance zone number
will be displayed. Press the E/M button until the
proper variance number, as shown on the map, is
showing. Press the MODE button to set the new
variance zone and resume normal operation.
The display will show all the display segments briefly to
acknowledge the change in the zone number.
Automatic Compass Calibration
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The compass is self calibrating, which eliminates the
need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is
new, the calibration process may not be complete. In
these cases the calibration symbol C will be displayed
where the compass reading is normally displayed.
To calibrate the compass, in an area free from
large metal objects, make three 360 _ turns. The
calibration symbol will turn off and the compass
reading will be displayed.
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