Illuminated visor mirror, Electronic compass, Compass zone adjustment – FORD 2009 Escape Hybrid v.1 User Manual

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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.

ELECTRONIC COMPASS

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. Start the engine.

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2009 Escape Hybrid (ehv)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)

Driver Controls

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