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CMTC Test 1A - Identifying Compass/Mini-Trip Problems

NOTE: Perform SYMPTOM ID TEST 1A  before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal identification, refer to CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION  . For wiring diagrams, refer to WIRING DIAGRAMS  . Perform, after each repair, VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A - VERIFICATION PROCEDURE  .
NOTE: For CMTC wiring diagram, see INSTRUMENT PANEL - ANALOG article.
  1. Using scan tool, select COMPASS/MINI-TRIP. If scan tool displays NO RESPONSE, or Compass/Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) shows NO DISPLAY (except for direction or temperature), go to TEST 5A  .
  2. Select AUTO SELF TEST. If any display segments fail to illuminate, replace CMTC module. If CMTC displays FAILED, replace CMTC module.
  3. Diagnosis of CMTC system is separated into 10 faults. Identify fault(s) listed in CMTC SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY table and perform indicated test(s).
    CMTC SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY

    Problem Perform
    Outside Temperature
    CMTC Displays SC CMTC TEST 2A 
    CMTC Displays OC CMTC TEST 3A 
    Incorrect Reading (5 Degree Variation) CMTC TEST 4A 
    Average MPG Or Fuel Economy (1) CMTC TEST 5A 
    Trip Odometer Inoperative Or Wrong CMTC TEST 5A 
    Distance To Empty Inoperative Or Wrong INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TEST 3A 
    Elapsed Time Inoperative Or Wrong CMTC TEST 6A 
    (1) Average MPG or fuel economy is inoperative or wrong. MPG calculations are only accurate to within 10 miles.
  4. If CMTC fails to respond to instrument cluster dimming, replace CMTC module. If CMTC switch is inoperative, replace CMTC module. If compass is inoperative or wrong, locate open area away from large metal objects. Turn ignition on. Press and hold compass/temperature button until CAL is displayed. Driving slowly, perform 3 complete circles. CAL lamp will turn off and compass will be calibrated. If compass goes blank, replace CMTC module.