Subaru Forester: Compass zone adjustment - Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink® (if equipped) - Mirrors - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Compass zone adjustment

Compass calibration zones
Compass calibration zones

1. Refer to the “Compass calibration zones” map shown above to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location.

2. Press and hold the compass display button for 3 seconds until the zone selection comes up (a number will be displayed in the mirror compass window).

3. Press the compass display button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your location is displayed.

4. Releasing the button for 5 seconds will exit the zone setting mode.

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