Dodge 2008 Ram 2500 Automobile User Manual


 
NOTE: If this feature is enabled, the headlamps will be
on during the engine pre-heat and cold crank; therefore,
it is recommended that the feature be disabled when
overnight ambient temperature is at or below 20°F (-7°C)
to prevent excessive drain on batteries during cold crank-
ing.
“UNIT IN > US/METRIC” The EVIC and odometer
display can be changed between English and Metric
units of measure. To make your selection, press and
release the RESET button until “US” or “METRIC”
appears.
“COMPASS VARIANCE > 8” Press the RESET
button to change the compass variance setting. For
additional information, refer to “Compass Variance”
in this section.
“COMPASS CALIBRATE > YES” Press the RESET
button to calibrate the compass. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Compass Calibrate” in this section.
Compass/Temperature Button
Pressing the Compass/Temperature button
will return the display to the normal compass/
temperature display.
NOTE: Temperature accuracy can be affected from heat
soak. For best accuracy, the vehicle should be driven at a
speed greater than 25 mph (40 km/h) for several min-
utes.
Automatic Compass Calibration
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the
need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is
new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will
display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You may
also calibrate the compass by completing one or more
360° turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic
objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC
turns off. The compass will now function normally.
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