How to adjust the time on an older model GL8?

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AliceFitz
07/29/25 5:10pm
Here are the specific steps to adjust the time on an older model GL8: 1. The older GL8 has a time reset button on the right side, located as a small protruding knob on the dashboard. Press it briefly to switch between time and mileage display. When the time is displayed, press and hold for 3 seconds. 2. Wait until the hour display starts flashing, then press briefly to adjust the hour. 3. Press and hold for 3 seconds again until the minute display flashes, then press briefly to adjust the minutes. 4. Press and hold for 3 seconds once more or do nothing to return to normal time display. 5. The clock on the car dashboard is only an auxiliary function and isn't highly precise. You can adjust it whenever there's a time discrepancy.
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StAustin
08/14/25 7:36am
I'm very interested in car features and often fix minor issues myself. To adjust the time on an older GL8, you usually look for the SET button or a similar labeled key on the instrument panel, press and hold it for a few seconds to enter the setting mode—the time digits will flash to indicate activation. Then, use the directional buttons on the steering wheel or the +/- buttons near the instrument panel to adjust the hours and minutes. Take your time and don’t rush; press the button again to exit and save after adjusting. Different year models of the GL8 may have design variations—for example, the 2006 model often uses steering wheel combo buttons, while the 2008 model might allow adjustments directly via instrument panel buttons. Once the time is set correctly, features like navigation or entertainment systems will display more synchronously. If the battery accidentally resets due to a power cut, simply readjust the time. It’s advisable to keep a manual handy for quick reference—mastering these small features can save you from repair hassles.
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LeFernando
10/13/25 5:25am
I've been driving a GL8 for a while now, and experience tells me that adjusting the time is a piece of cake. Locate the small button on the car, like the one labeled CLOCK or SET on the dashboard, press it for a few seconds to enter adjustment mode, then use other buttons to change the numbers. Release the button when done, and it saves automatically. The steps are simple and take just minutes. Older models like the 2005 version might have a rougher design with stiffer buttons—don’t press too hard. Accurate time ensures your dash cam records correctly. If it keeps resetting, the battery might need replacement or there’s voltage instability. Paying attention to these small details while driving can save you extra costs and trips to the shop.
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