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    NOTE: The compass zone setting is preset from the factory to Zone 8.
    Fig 1: Identifying Compass Calibration Zone Map
    G03965509Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  3. Press the message center switch INFO button until the compass information is displayed.
  4. Press the RESET button until RESET FOR ZONE is displayed in the message center display.
  5. NOTE: To exit the compass zone adjustment mode before carrying out a compass zone adjustment, press the INFO button.
  6. Press the RESET button until SETUP ZONE XX is displayed in the message center display.
  7. Press the SETUP button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed.
  8. Press the RESET button to exit the zone setting mode and lock your individual zone.