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 970 (INFORMATION 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 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
- Locate the reset button on top of the compass sensor module mounted behind the mirror. Press and hold the reset button on the compass module for approximately 5 seconds until COMPASS ZONE XX is displayed in the message center display.
- Press the reset button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed.
- After 4 seconds, ZONE XX IS SET appears in the in the message center display and the zone is now updated.
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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.