2008 Impala Owner Experiences

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Replying to: axinut (Dec 20, 2007 8:01 am)

axi,
  Driving in circles to calibrate the compass is normal, in my experience. I can't speak to other makes but it has been a requirement in the cars I've owned.
  What exactly is your issue? Is the compass not working at all or just seem to giving erroneous headings as you drive? Be sure to calibrate it in an area with no interference...preferrably a place with no light poles or away from buildings.
  Mine works like a champ although I don't expect perfection. After all, it's only giving general heading not a specifice degree readout. Let us know how it works out for you.
 
Ron

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Replying to: axinut (Dec 23, 2007 6:44 pm)

axi,
  Keep in mind that the calibration feature will eventually stop bugging you to calibrate and will eventually return to giving the general direction based on the calibration it could achieve through your routine driving. However, it wouldn't be fair to judge the system if you haven't taken the time to properly set it up. The recommended calibration only takes a minute or less (literally) and will then give you a much more accurate reading. The only real issue with doing it is that you make look a little silly driving in circles. The folks working in the establishment who's parking lot I used were looking at me funny through the windows. But, I just drove away afterwards so no harm done.
 
Good luck!
Ron

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Replying to: nosirrahg (Dec 24, 2007 8:08 pm)

Cul-de-sacs are also a very good option as there will likely be less interference in a residential neighborhood. However, there is a higher chance of odd looks coming from the residents.

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Replying to: norbnancy (Jan 01, 2008 5:17 pm)

I did get my compass calibrated. I set the correct zone first, then pressed the check to calibrate the compass. It took five or six circles in an empty parking lot, The directions appear to be correct.
 
I am getting about 27 mpg for my 70 mile a day round trip commute which is mostly interstate highway driving through the city. Trafficwise some days are better that others. The worst mileage I have seen so far is about 23 mpg on stop and go in town driving. I am very happy with the gas mileage, this is one of the reasons I selected this particular car. I have the 3.5, 211 HP V-6 engine.

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