Wrangler 2WD V6-3.8L (2008)
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 instrument panel, 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 Remote Compass Module
(RCM).
3. Slowly approach the instrument panel top cover with the degaussing tool connected.
4. Contact the instrument panel top cover with the plastic coated tip of the degaussing tool. Using a slow, back-and-forth sweeping motion, and
allowing 13 millimeters (0.50 inch) between passes, move the tool side to side over the area the RCM is located.
5. With the degaussing tool still energized, slowly back it away from the instrument panel top cover. When the tip of the tool is at least 61
centimeters (2 feet) from the instrument panel top cover, disconnect the tool.
6. Calibrate the compass, See: Manual Compass Calibration - CMTC and adjust the compass variance, See: Adjustments/Compass Variance
Adjustment - CMTC.
