TOYOTA 2011 FJ Cruiser User Manual
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3-7. Other interior features
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Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
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The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped.
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The engine switch is turned off immediately after turning.
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The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
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The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking
lot, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near
an intersection, near a large vehicle, etc.).
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The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object on or near the accessory meter.)
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The battery has been disconnected.
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When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
COMPASS flashes and the compass is reset to its initial mode.
CAUTION
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While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle
is stopped.
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When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
calibration.