These instructions apply to the Jeep Compass Mk2 (MP) 2017-Present. For other models, please choose your vehicle here.
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If the electric sunroof on your Jeep Compass (MP, 2017–present) has stopped working with one touch — usually after a battery disconnection or flat battery — it needs re-initialising so it relearns its end positions. It’s an owner job; use whichever of the two methods your Compass responds to.
When You Need This
The sunroof loses its calibration when the 12 V battery is disconnected or goes flat, leaving the panel working only while you hold the switch. Re-initialising restores normal one-touch operation.
Method 1 (Button)
- Switch the ignition on.
- Press and hold the sunroof switch in the CLOSE direction until fully closed; keep holding about 30 seconds, then a further 5 seconds until you hear a click, and release.
- Within 5 seconds, press and hold the switch again — the sunroof runs a full open/close cycle. Release.
- The sunroof is initialised.
Method 2 (Ignition-key variant)
- Ignition on; pull the switch to close the roof and hold until closed.
- Turn the ignition to STOP, wait 10 seconds, then to MAR (on).
- Pull and hold the switch until you hear a noise, then release.
- Within 5 seconds, pull and hold the switch again for a full open/close cycle, then release.
If It Won’t Initialise
- Hold the switch for the full times stated — the roof must reach and hold its end stops.
- Clear debris from the seals and track so it can run fully.
- Still faulty? A sunroof-module issue can store a code — look it up on autodtcs.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did my Compass sunroof stop working with one touch?
Its calibration is lost when the battery is disconnected or goes flat — the re-initialisation restores it.
Which method should I use?
Try Method 1 first; if your Compass doesn’t respond, use Method 2 with the STOP/MAR step.
Do I need tools?
No — it’s done from the sunroof switch with the ignition on.
Is the panoramic roof the same?
Yes — the same re-initialisation applies to the Compass’s electric sunroof.
Re-initialising as part of a battery job? See our Compass battery disconnect/reconnect guide.
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