122 Interior equipment and trunk

Compass

The compass is integrated in the rearview mirror. The compass bearing is displayed in the top right-hand corner of the mirror and is updated every other second. The compass displays the car’s direction of travel: N, NE, E, etc.

Switch the compass display on and off by pressing button 5 for 3 seconds.

Compass zones in Canada

Changing zones

The earth’s magnetic fields vary depending on one’s position on the globe. If you drive your car from one magnetic zone to another the compass setting will need to be changed to ensure a correct bearing.

1Study the illustrations to determine the correct zone.

2Press and hold button 5 until "ZONE" is shown in the display on the mirror

(6 seconds). The zone number setting now is also shown.

3Press button 5 repeatedly to change the zone number. There are 15 zones from which to choose. Once the correct zone is selected, release the button and wait 4 seconds. The compass will now dis- play the bearing.

Compass zones in US

Calibration

Calibration is performed automatically during travel. If an accessory, such as a mobile phone, is fitted and it can be assumed that the compass is affected, the compass may need to be calibrated manu- ally.

1Press and hold button 5 until "CAL" and the compass bearing are displayed (approx. 9 seconds).

2Drive in circles (max. 5 mph/8 km/h) or drive as normal until "CAL" is no longer displayed.

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Saab 2007 owner manual Compass zones in Canada, Changing zones, Compass zones in US, Calibration