Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC)

This system, located in the overhead console, displays information on outside temperature, compass direction and trip information.

Compass And Temperature Display
This display provides the outside temperature in °F or °C and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction of the vehicle is facing. Trip Odometer (ODO)--Shows the distance traveled in miles or km since the last reset.

Average Fuel Economy (AVE ECO)
Shows the average fuel economy in MPG (miles per gallon) or L/100 Km since the last reset.

Distance to Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This level calculated using the MPG multiplied by the Fuel Tank Level.

Elapsed Time (ET)
Shows the accumulated ignition on time whenever the CMTC is powered up until a reset takes place.

Step Button
Press this button to cycle through all the mini-trip computer displays.

US/M Button
Press this button to convert all vehicle displays from US to Metric and vice versa.

To Reset the Display
Press the Step and US/M buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds and all resettable conditions will be reset. This will occur only if a resettable function (AVG ECO, ECO, ET) is currently being displayed.

Automatic Compass Calibration
This compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually activate the switches on the compass. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the CAL symbol will be displayed. Calibration is automatically detected when the vehicle is drive in a circle at a constant speed between 5 and 11 mph. The diameter of circle should be between 30 and 90 feet, Calibration should take place in an area free of metal and metallic objects and away from power lines. When the calibration process is completed, the CAL light will go OFF and the compass will function normally.

Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between Magnetic and Geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set.

To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON and set display to Comp./Temp. Simultaneously press both the US/M and STEP button for 0 to 2 seconds. The VAR indicator will light up and the current zone number will be displayed. Press STEP button to select the proper variance zone as shown on the map. After 5 seconds of inactivity, the displayed zone will be automatically set, and normal operation will resume.