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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 660 (INFORMATION AND MESSAGE CENTER)GENERAL PROCEDURESCOMPASS ZONE ADJUSTMENT
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Compass Zone Adjustment
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Compass Zone Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
- Start the engine.
- Press the message center switch INFO button repeatedly until the compass and the odometer are displayed in the message center.
- Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location.
- Press and hold the RESET button until RESET FOR ZONE is displayed in the message center.
- Release the RESET button and slowly press the RESET button down again.
- Press the SETUP button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed.
- Press and release the RESET button to exit the zone setting mode and lock your individual zone.
NOTE:
The top of the message center must be blank. Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE.
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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.