Compass Calibration
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Start the vehicle.
- Access the message center main menu screen. Using the up and down arrow buttons scroll and select the Settings tab. Press the OK button.
- Using the up and down arrow buttons scroll and select the Vehicle tab. Press the OK button.
- Using the up and down arrow buttons scroll and select the Compass tab. Press the OK button.
- Using the up and down arrow buttons scroll and select the Calibration tab. Press the OK button.
- Press and hold the OK button for calibration.
- Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle at no more than 5 km/h (3 mph) until the Circle Slowly to Calibrate message changes to Calibration Completed. To exit use the left arrow to navigate back to the main menu.
NOTE:
For optimum calibration, drive to an open, level location away from large metallic objects or structures. Switch off all non-essential electrical accessories (heated rear window, heater, A/C, map lamps, wiper, etc.) and make sure all the doors are closed.
NOTE:
This step may require up to 5 circles to complete the calibration.