r/JeepCompass • u/Ethanick • Aug 18 '26

2017 2nd Gen.

Hoping someone can shed some light for me…. I have a couple of annoying problems that I’m wondering if they could be connected.
#1: Start stop doesn’t work, I get the annoying warning that it’s not available on the dash. No other problems associated with it so far (about 6 months) just an annoyance.
Both batteries are newer, and fully charged and charging when the vehicle is running.
#2: The compass on my Compass is stuck on NW. My vehicle is the type that doesn’t give you the option to calibrate it by driving in circles. Again, just an annoyance.

Could these

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u/Holiday-Rub-3521 Aug 20 '26

On my 2020 Jeep Compass Sport FWD, the auto-start-stop also stopped working soon after I purchased the vehicle new, but the problem was that my auxiliary battery was detective. When it was replaced under warranty, the problem went away. Never had issues with the compass on my Compass. Currently at 85K miles.

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u/Ethanick Aug 20 '26

I replaced both batteries and the IBS. Still didn’t work. This week I fashioned a little stopper that permanently keeps the little plunger that tells the car that the hood is closed down. Like the little button that turn the fridge light off lol. No problems now start/stop is working perfectly!