Honda CR-V: Compass Calibration

If you see ‘‘- -’’ in the direction
display when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, the
compass is self-calibrating.
The compass may need to be
manually calibrated after exposure to
a strong magnetic field. If the
compass display changes to ‘‘- -’’
and the calibrate indicator blinks, or
the display does not show any
direction and the compass is not selfcalibrating,
do the following.
1. Drive the vehicle slowly in three
complete circles.
NOTE: Do this procedure in an open area, away from buildings, power
lines, and other vehicles.
2. When the display goes from
‘‘- -’’ or blank to an actual
heading, the unit is calibrated and
the display returns to normal.
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In most areas, there is a variation
between magnetic north and true
north. Zone selection is required so
the compass can compensate for this
variation. To check and select the
zone, do this:
If equipped
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables from theft.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights flash
On EX-L model with navigation system
Whenever you shift to reverse (R)
with the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the rearview is shown
on the navigation system screen.
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Chassis and Paint Codes
Vehicle Identification Number
Manufacturer, Make and Type of Vehicle
5J6: Honda of America Mfg., Inc., U.S.A.
Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
JHL: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
Line, Body and Engine Type
RE3: CR-V 2WD/K24Z1
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board
snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information.
If DTC P0101, P0108, P1128, and/or P1129 are stored
at the same time as DTC P2221, troubleshoot those
DTCs first, then recheck for DTC P2221.
1. Turn the ignit
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