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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 472 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTICSCOMPASS CALIBRATION & COMPASS MAGNETIC VARIATION ADJUSTMENTCOMPASS MAGNETIC VARIATION ADJUSTMENT
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWD
Compass Magnetic Variation Adjustment
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Compass Magnetic Variation Adjustment
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- Locate current geographic location (zone map) using world magnetic variation map. See Fig 1. Locate compass switch button. Depending on mirror model, switch button will be marked with COMP, COMPASS or ON/OFF.
- Turn ignition on, with engine off. Press and hold switch until a zone number appears on compass display. Depress compass switch to select desired zone map number. Wait 5 seconds. Mirror display will return to a compass reading. Variance procedure is complete. Calibrate compass. Go to COMPASS CALIBRATION .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.