Instruments - Compass Won't Display All Directions
Bulletin No.: 03-08-126-001Date: February 20, 2003
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Inside Rear View Mirror Compass Will Not Display All 8 Compass Directions. (Recalibrate Compass.)
Models:
2002-2003 VUE with options DF5 or DH3; 2003 ION with option DF5
Attention:
General Manager, Fixed Operations Manager, Technician
Condition
Some customers may comment that the compass reading on the inside rear view mirror will not display in all directions. It sometimes will only display in one direction.
Cause
The internal compass of the inside rear view mirror has lost its calibration. This may occur due to the compass for the mirror receiving other external magnetic signals.
Correction
Use the following procedure to re-calibrate the inside rear view mirror compass.
Service Procedure
Important:
Check to see if vehicle has any aftermarket electrical accessories. Some accessories have been known to cause interference with inside rear view mirror functions.
1. Start engine.
2. Press and hold the "COMP" button down until the word "CAL is displayed. If vehicle is equipped with OnStar, press and hold the "ON/OFF" button until the word "CAL is displayed.
3. Drive vehicle in a circle (either direction) at 8 km/h (5 mph) or less until the word "CAL" disappears.
4. Drive vehicle to verify that all eight points of the compass will be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW.
^ If compass does not display all points, repeat steps 1-3.
^ If compass will not calibrate after several attempts, replace inside rear view mirror and calibrate new compass.
5. After compass has been calibrated, set the Compass Variance to the correct zone. Refer to "Body and Accessories / Stationary Windows" section of the 2003 ION Service Manual, or refer to Service Information Bulletin 02-1-03.
Important:
Compass can be calibrated during normal driving cycle when put in "CAL" mode, but it may take longer.
Claim Information
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for C0040 (Mirror, Inside Rear View - Replace).
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