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Precision of GPS

The precision of the GPS varies according to the number of satellites from which signals are received and the view of the sky. The precision is indicated by the color of the GPS icon shown on the display.

GPS PRECISION DESCRIPTION

GPS ICON NUMBER OF SATELLITES CONDITION DESCRIPTION
White GPS icon 2 or less Impossible to detect vehicle position GPS function is normal. The satellite signals received by the GPS are too few to detect the vehicle position.
Green GPS icon 3 Vehicle position detectable in 2 dimensions The longitude and latitude of the vehicle position can be detected. (Less precise than detection in three dimensions)
4 or more Vehicle position detectable in 3 dimensions The longitude, latitude and the altitude of the vehicle position can be detected. (More precise than detection in two dimensions)
Not indicated - Faulty The GPS can't be utilized due to a faulty GPS receiver, open in the wire, or other fault or interference.