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5-5. Other interior features
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
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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.
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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 inter-
ference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under
a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersec-
tion, near a large vehicle, etc.).
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The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
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The 12-volt battery has been disconnected.
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A door is open.
CAUTION
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While driving
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 cir-
cling calibration.
NOTICE
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To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
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To ensure normal operation of the compass
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Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
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During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.