This section includes basic information that you need to know about the map database.

The maps are stored on a DVD-ROM. The United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) and portions of Canada are contained in one disc. The United States map database includes the interstate freeways, state highways, country roads and major and general streets.

Refer to the "Navigation System Map Disc" manual to view the explanation of map coverage. This manual will be in your map DVD case when the vehicle is delivered from the factory.

When your vehicle is delivered from the factory, the dealer may have installed the map DVD. If the DVD was not installed in your vehicle when first purchased, use the following directions to load the DVD:

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON or ACCESSORY.
2. If already loaded, eject the map DVD or a CD from the slot.
3. Load the map DVD into the slot by inserting it partway. The system will pull it in.

Once the DVD is inserted correctly, you will have the following two choices:

You can change the language by using the control pad, located on the bottom left corner of the navigation system, to select a language and pressing the ENT button. Once a language is selected, select I AGREE to plan a route. The map will appear showing your current vehicle position.

The system allows you to adjust the scale of view on the map. Also, the map will scroll automatically based on the direction you are traveling.

To view a smaller or larger scale of the map, press the Zoom In or Zoom Out symbol keys. See "Zoom In/Out" later in this section for more information on these keys.

The scale of a map can range from 1/32 of a mile (0.05 km) to 128 miles (206 km).