Electronic compass (if equipped), Compass zone adjustment, Driver controls – Mazda 2008 Tribute HEV User Manual

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Electronic compass (if equipped)

The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and
NW in the center stack display.

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect
compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer to Compass calibration adjustment.

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone

you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone
map.

2. Turn ignition to the ON

position.

3. Locate the reset button on top

of the compass sensor mounted
behind the mirror.

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2008 Tribute Hybrid (thv)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driver Controls

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