100% Free

No Scanner Needed

Carly logo
Prices

heinztiger1

Mercedes GLS Sunroof Initialization Error After Coding

My 2018 Mercedes GLS with a gasoline engine has a 'sunroof not initialized' error. The sunblind is stuck, and the convertible top is unresponsive. The sunblind also no longer retracts or extends. I suspect recent coding changes triggered this. Has anyone else experienced these sunroof issues? Could a simple reset fix it, or is a shop visit necessary?

Summary of the thread

A 2018 Mercedes GLS experienced a 'sunroof not initialized' error, with the sunblind stuck and the convertible top unresponsive, suspected to be caused by recent coding changes. The issue likely stemmed from adjustments to the central electronics module, affecting other systems. A visit to a shop was recommended, where a full system reset and recalibration resolved the problem, restoring the sunroof's functionality.

Did this summary help you solve your problem?

4 comment(s)

alinarichter9

I'm sorry to hear about your sunroof problems! I had a similar issue with my 2016 Audi A3. The panoramic sunroof went haywire after a software change. Did the coding you did involve the central electronics or convenience control module?

heinztiger1 (community.author)

The coding adjustments did involve the central electronics module. It was primarily to tweak lighting parameters, but maybe it affected other systems. Was your Audi's sunroof issue exactly the same with the stuck sunblind and unresponsive convertible top?

alinarichter9

It sounds like we had a similar experience. My Audi's symptoms weren't exactly the same. My sunblind was working, but the sunroof would only open partially then stop. However, the root cause sounds similar. If your Mercedes' symptoms are identical to mine, I would recommend visiting a trusted shop to have the vehicle sunroof properly recalibrated using their diagnostic tools. It may be more complex than a simple reset.

heinztiger1 (community.author)

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I took your advice and visited my local shop. You were spot on! It turned out the coding had corrupted some parameters. They performed a full system reset and recalibrated the sunroof. The final repair cost was 75€. Everything is now working perfectly! I really appreciate the helpful insight.

rmh_community_comment_box_header

community_crosslink_scanner_headline

community_crosslink_scanner_intro

community_crosslink_scanner_title

community_crosslink_scanner_price

community_crosslink_rmh_headline

community_crosslink_rmh_intro

community_crosslink_rmh_title

community_crosslink_rmh_subtitle

community_crosslink_rmh_brand

MERCEDES

community_crosslink_rmh_model

GLS