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: Operation
Actuation of the STEP button will cause the CMTC to change modes of operation. Actuation of the US/M button will toggle the display between English and Metric units. Trip Computer resets are accomplished by pressing the STEP and US/M buttons simultaneously. To reset only the trip information currently being displayed, press and release the STEP and US/M buttons simultaneously for one second until the chime sounds. To reset all trip information, press and hold the STEP and US/M buttons simultaneously until a second chime sounds (approximately 2 seconds) and then release the buttons.
The CMTC operates only when the ignition is on. The following functions are available using the STEP button:
- Compass and outside temperature
- Average fuel economy (AVE ECO)
- Distance to Empty (DTE)
- Trip Odometer (ODO)
- Elapsed ignition time (ET)
- Display 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.