RAM 3500 HD Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo VIN A (2007)
Driver/Vehicle Information Display: Procedures
COMPASS DEMAGNETIZING
A degaussing tool (Special Tool 6029) is used to demagnetize, or degauss, the overhead console forward mounting screw and the roof panel above the
overhead console. Equivalent units must be rated as continuous duty for 110/115 volts and 60 Hz. They must also have a field strength of over 350
gauss at 7 millimeters (0.25 inch) beyond the tip of the probe.
To demagnetize the roof panel and the overhead console forward mounting screw, proceed as follows:
1. Be certain that the ignition switch is in the Off position, before you begin the demagnetizing procedure.
2. Connect the degaussing tool to an electrical outlet, while keeping the tool at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) away from the compass unit.
3. Slowly approach the head of the overhead console forward mounting screw with the degaussing tool connected.
4. Contact the head of the screw with the plastic coated tip of the degaussing tool for about two seconds.
5. With the degaussing tool still energized, slowly back it away from the screw. When the tip of the tool is at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) from the
screw head, disconnect the tool.
To demagnetize the roof panel proceed as follows:
6. Place a piece of paper approximately 22 by 28 centimeters (8.5 by 11 inches), oriented on the vehicle lengthwise from front to rear, on the
center line of the roof at the windshield header. The purpose of the paper is to protect the roof panel from scratches, and to define the area to be
demagnetized.
7. Connect the degaussing tool to an electrical outlet, while keeping the tool at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) away from the compass unit.
