Setting Magnetic Zone Variance

Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. For proper compass function, the correct variance zone must be set. See Fig 1 . To check or change the variance zone, the ignition switch must be in the On position and the EVIC display must not be blank. Perform the following steps.

1. If the compass/temperature data is not currently being displayed, momentarily press and release the C/T button to display compass/temp information.
2. Press and hold the RESET button until VARIANCE = XX is displayed. The EVIC will display the variance zone stored in memory and the word VARIANCE.
3. Use the STEP button to select the proper variance zone number, 1 through 15.
4. After selecting the proper zone number, momentarily press and release the RESET button. The variance zone is then stored in the memory and the EVIC returns to normal operation.

Fig 1: Identifying Compass Variance Settings

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