This section includes basic information that you need to know about the map database.
The maps are stored on a DVD-ROM. The 48 contiguous United States and portions of Canada are contained on two discs. To minimize the necessity of changing the discs, both map discs cover US6, US7, and Canada.
Your dealer/retailer may have installed the map DVD. If the map DVD was not installed, do the following to load it:
Read the following steps completely before operating this feature.
Once the map DVD is inserted correctly, the system displays the CAUTION screen.
Agree: Touch this screen button to proceed to the navigation system.The map appears showing your current vehicle position.
If an error displays and/or the map disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:
• | If the map disc was installed into the CD slot. See "Installing the DVD Map Disc" previously. |
• | It is very hot, when the temperature returns to normal, the map disc should play. |
• | You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the map disc should play. |
• | The map disc is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. |
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer.
When the DVD map disc is not loaded, you are not able to use the navigation portion of the system.
When handling the DVD map disc, be careful of the following:
• | Handle the disc very carefully to avoid contamination or flaws. Signals may not read out properly if the disc gets contaminated or flawed. |
• | If the disc gets soiled, use a soft cloth to gently wipe it out from the center of the disc to the outside. Do not use photographic record cleaner, solvents, or other cleaners. |
• | Do not use the disc to rest on while writing or drawing using any writing utensil or attach a seal to any of the sides or the disc. |
• | Do not keep the disc in direct sunlight, high temperatures, or humidity. |
• | After using the disc, place it back into the original case. |
See Enter Destination for information on changing the search area.
The system lets you adjust the scale of view on the map. Also, as you drive, the map scrolls automatically based on the direction you are traveling.
To view a larger or smaller scale of the map, touch the map scale arrows.
You can change the level of map detail by either zooming in or zooming out using the arrow screen buttons or by touching the scale on the bar. The system adjusts the map accordingly. The scale of a map can range from 1/32 of a mile (0.05 km) to 128 miles (256 km).
Touch anywhere on the map screen twice and the scroll symbol appears. Use this feature to scroll across the map.
If scrolling while your vehicle is in PARK (P), the system scrolls initially at a slower rate. It increases if you continue touching the map screen.
If scrolling while your vehicle is in motion, the system will scroll to that location and stop.
If you have used the scroll feature to scroll the map and your vehicle icon becomes lost, press the NAV (navigation) hard key to return to the current vehicle location on the map.
Use the scroll feature on the map to set a destination. See "Map" under Enter Destination for more information.