Console: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION





Four different overhead console options are available. The base overhead console includes a universal transmitter (also known as HomeLink(R)) and push buttons. Option two includes the HomeLink(R) transmitter and power liftgate push buttons. Option three includes the HomeLink(R) transmitter and power sunroof push buttons. The final option includes all of the features mentioned, HomeLink(R) transmitter, power liftgate and power sunroof push buttons. All overhead consoles are equipped with an internal Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) module, two reading/courtesy lamps (2) and a storage bin (1). The overhead console is mounted with two screws and two snap clips to a molded plastic retainer bracket located above the headliner.

The CMTC module display is built in to the instrument cluster. The instrument panel switch pod contains the US/M, MENU, STEP and RESET push buttons used to control the CMTC displays. Refer to Instrument Cluster and Instrument Panel Switch Pod for more information.

DESCRIPTION - COMPASS

When in the compass/temperature mode, the cluster will display the direction in which the vehicle is pointed using the eight major compass headings (Examples: north is N, northeast is NE). The CMTC module contains a self-calibrating compass that requires no adjusting in normal use. The only calibration that may prove necessary is to drive the vehicle in three complete circles at 5 to 8 kilometers-per-hour (3 to 5 miles-per-hour), on level ground, away from large metal objects. This will reorient the compass to its vehicle.

The compass will compensate for magnetism the body of the vehicle may acquire during normal use. However, avoid placing anything magnetic directly on the roof of the vehicle. Magnetic mounts for an antenna, a repair order hat, or a funeral procession flag can exceed the compensating ability of the compass unit if placed on the roof panel. Magnetic bit drivers used on the fasteners that hold the overhead console assembly to the roof header can also affect compass operation. If the vehicle roof should become magnetized, the demagnetizing and calibration procedures found may be required to restore proper compass operation.