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Without Message Center

    NOTE: The compass zone setting is preset from the factory to Zone 8.
    Fig 1: Identifying Magnetic Zone (Without Message Center)
    G01272069Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location.
  2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
  3. Locate the compass module at the base of the mirror.
    Fig 2: Locating Compass Module At Base Of Mirror
    G01272070Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Insert a paperclip into the small hole on the bottom of the sensor module. Press and hold until ZONE and the current zone setting (1-15) appear in the instrument cluster display, and release.
    Fig 3: Locating Small Hole On Bottom Of Sensor Module
    G01272071Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Press on the paperclip repeatedly to cycle through the possible zone settings until the setting for your geographic location is displayed.
  6. Release pressure on the paperclip to exit the zone setting mode. After approximately five seconds the display will report the direction and the zone will be set.