Compass Heading Is Blank

Excessive magnetism in or near the vehicle may cause the compass display to go blank. In order to distinguish between vehicle magnetics and surrounding magnetics, drive the vehicle to an area that is free from large metal objects. Rest the compass by cycling the ignition (OFF and ON). If the compass display goes blank within 20 seconds after the reset of power, then the vehicle magnetism is too high and the vehicle should be degaussed.

IMPORTANT: Remove the Driver Information Center (DIC) before you degauss the vehicle.

If you install a new compass, use the following procedure in order to calibrate the compass:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
2. Depress and hold both the US/MET and the ON/OFF or the MODE buttons for approximately 10 seconds, or until the display reads CAL or C.
3. Drive the vehicle in a complete circle 3 consecutive times. The symbol turns off when the compass is calibrated. The compass will then function normally.