Set The Compass Variance Manually As Follows

2013 Dodge and Ram Journey Crew, AWDSECTION Set The Compass Variance Manually As Follows
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Fig 1: Integrated Center Stack (ICS) Screen
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  1. Using the Variance Settings Map, find your geographic location and note the zone number.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
  3. Using the U-Connect Touch ™ screen, select SETTINGS  either from the hard controls on the side of the screen, or from the menu selections at the bottom of the screen, depending on model.
  4. Scroll through the menu, and select COMPASS VARIANCE  .
  5. Once selected, toggle through the zone numbers (1-15), until the zone number for your geographic location appears in the display. The zone number will set automatically.
    NOTE:

    The default for the compass variance from the factory is 8. During programming, the Zone value will wrap around from Zone 15 to Zone 1.

  6. Press the BACK  button to return to the main menu.
  7. Confirm that the correct direction is now indicated by the compass.
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