compass zone variance
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compass zone variance
having issues with my compass. Went to dealer who reset it. Now it says SE no matter what way I drive. Does anyone know the correct variance # zone for connecticut.
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The magnetic declination (variation) averages 14 degrees 'west' (-14) in Connecticut.
But the compass in the Corvette is so inacurate (only indicates N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW), so who would care about magnetic declination for a given area anyway ... Just doesn't make that much difference in a compass that just indicates cardinal headings.
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But the compass in the Corvette is so inacurate (only indicates N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW), so who would care about magnetic declination for a given area anyway ... Just doesn't make that much difference in a compass that just indicates cardinal headings.
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The magnetic declination (variation) averages 14 degrees 'west' (-14) in Connecticut.
But the compass in the Corvette is so inacurate (only indicates N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW), so who would care about magnetic declination for a given area anyway ... Just doesn't make that much difference in a compass that just indicates cardinal headings.
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But the compass in the Corvette is so inacurate (only indicates N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW), so who would care about magnetic declination for a given area anyway ... Just doesn't make that much difference in a compass that just indicates cardinal headings.
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Have you tried doing the calibration procedure yourself? It's in your manual, but some of the manuals are not correct. Others will post the details on that.
If doing the (correct) procedure doesn't fix it, then back to the dealer if you are under warranty. If not, then maybe buy a used mirror?
If you fill out your profile, the real experts will tell you the correct procedure for your car.
