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/Temperature Mirror: Operation
The Compass/Temp Mirror incorporates 2 reading lamp buttons with the STEP button and the Zone/Calibration button features activated by holding a button for a specified time period. The STEP button provides the selections between English and Metric. The Zone/Cal button provides the selection to change the compass zone or to calibrate the compass. The reading lamp buttons also cycle the reading lamps on or off.
The STEP button (right reading lamp button) operates a momentary contact switch which provides input to the Compass/Temp Mirror in one of the following four modes:
- To toggle the right reading lamp on and off upon release of the button.
- To select degrees in F (Fahrenheit) for the temperature display.
- To select degrees in C (Celsius) for the temperature display.
- To turn off the compass/temperature display.
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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.