Purpose, Function
The GPS antenna receives signals sent from GPS satellites and sends them to the car navigation unit.
NOTE:
GPS (Global Positioning System) was developed by the Pentagon (U.S.A.) as an object locating system using satellites. The GPS antenna receives signals from several of the satellites orbiting at an altitude of approx. 21,000 km {13,049 mile} to detect the current position of the vehicle.
Construction
The GPS antenna is installed inside the center part of the instrument panel.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Car Navigation Unit Removal/Installation
Global Positioning System (Gps) Antenna Removal/InstallationColumn Cover Removal/Installation
1. Pull down the steering wheel.
2. Press the shaded area shown in the figure using your thumb, and lift the upper
column cover in the direction of arrow (1).
3. Pull the upper column cover in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it
while detaching pins A, tabs B and guides C.
4. ...
Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of
injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under ...
Airflow Volume Control [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The airflow volume control changes the airflow volume according to the vehicle
environment.
Function
The airflow volume control changes the operation of the blower motor according
to the operations of the airflow volume control dial or temperature control
dial an ...