Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer
The Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) is a module located with the overhead console. This module displays the following information:
- Compass/Temperature
- Average Fuel Economy
- Distance To Empty
- Instantaneous Fuel Economy
- Trip Odometer
- Elapsed Time
- Miles To Service
- Tire Pressure Display (300M Models)
- Blank Screen
- CMTC blanks the display for a half a second.
- Illuminates all segments of the Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) at full brightness for 1.5 seconds.
- Displays whatever was being viewed when the ignition was last turned OFF.
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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.
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