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Compass Zone Adjustment

    NOTE: The compass zone setting is preset from the factory to Zone 8.
    Fig 1: Identifying Compass Calibration Zone Map
    G03965509Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  3. Press and hold the momentary push-button for approximately 4 seconds. Release the button when VAR is displayed.
    Fig 2: Releasing Button When VAR Displayed
    G04006000Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: If there is no button activity for 5 seconds, the compass writes the VAR number of the displayed zone to memory and exits the Zone Variation Mode.
  5. Press and hold the button to increment the VAR number to the desired VAR number. Wait 5 seconds without button activity and the compass returns to the heading mode.