Sunroof
If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof control lever located on the overhead console.
The sunroof can be operated for approximately 10 minutes after the engine start/stop button is turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the front doors are opened, the sunroof cannot be opened even within the 10 minutes period.
NOTICE
- In cold and wet climates, the sunroof may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
- After a vehicle is washed or in a rainstorm be sure to wipe off any water that is on the sunroof before operating it.
CAUTION
- Do not continue to move the sunroof control lever after the sunroof is fully opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to the motor or system components could occur.
- Make sure the sunroof is closed fully when leaving your vehicle. If the sunroof is open, rain or snow may leak through the sunroof and wet the interior as well as cause theft.
NOTICE
The sunroof cannot slide when it is in the tilt position nor can it be tilted while in an open or slide position.
WARNING
Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause death, serious injury, or property damage.
WARNING
- In order to prevent accidental operation of the sunroof, especially by a child, do not let a child operate the sunroof.
- Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It may cause vehicle damage.
Sliding the sunroof
To open the sunroof, push the sunroof control lever backward.
To close the sunroof, push the sunroof control lever forward.
To open the sunroof automatically:
Pull the sunroof control lever backward to the second detent position and then release it. The sunroof will slide to the recommended open position (about 5 cm before the maximum slide open position).
To stop the sunroof sliding at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
To close the sunroof automatically:
Push the sunroof control lever forward to the second detent position and then release it. The sunroof will automatically close all the way.
To stop the sunroof sliding at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
NOTICE
To reduce wind noise while driving, it is recommended that you drive with the sunroof slightly closed (stop the sunroof about 5 cm (2 in.) before the maximum slide open position).
WARNING
Make sure heads, other body parts or other objects are safely out of the way before closing the window to avoid injuries or vehicle damage. Objects less than 4 mm (0.16 inch) in diameter caught between the sunroof glass and the front window channel may not be detected by the automatic reverse window and the window will not stop and reverse direction.
Automatic reversal
If an object or part of the body is detected while the sunroof is closing automatically, it will reverse the direction, and then stop.
The auto reverse function does not work if a tiny obstacle is between the sliding glass and the sunroof sash. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the sunroof before closing it.
WARNING
- Never try pinching any part of your body intentionally to activate the Automatic reversal function.
- The Automatic reversal function may not work if something gets caught just before the sunroof fully closes.
Tilting the sunroof
To open the sunroof, push the sunroof control lever upward until the sunroof moves to the desired position.
To close the sunroof, push the sunroof lever forward until the sunroof moves to the desired position.
WARNING
- Make sure heads, other body parts or other objects are safely out of the way before closing the sunroof to avoid injuries or vehicle damage.
- Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control resulting in an accident.
- To avoid serious injury or death, do not extend your head, arms or body outside the sunroof while driving.
CAUTION
- Periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail.
- If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice, the glass or the motor could be damaged.
- While using sunroof for a long time, a dust between sunroof and roof panel can make a noise. Open the sunroof and remove regularly the dust using clean cloth.
- The sunroof is made to slide together with sunshade. Do not leave the sunshade closed while the sunroof is open.
Sunshade
The sunshade will be opened with the glass panel automatically when the glass panel is slid. You will have to close it manually if you want it closed.
Resetting the sunroof
Sunroof needs to be reset if (in the followings)
- Battery is discharged or disconnected or the related fuse has been replaced or disconnected.
- The one-touch sliding function of the sunroof does not normally operate.
1. The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
2. Close the sunroof completely.
3. Release the control lever.
4. Push the control lever forward until the sunroof tilts and slightly moves up. Then, release lever.
5. Push the control lever forward until the sunroof is operated as follows: TILT DOWN SLIDE OPEN SLIDE CLOSE
Then, release the control lever.
If the sunroof does not operate properly after resetting, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or related fuse is blown, the sunroof may operate improperly.
Sunroof open warning
If the driver removes the ignition key (smart key: turns off the engine) and opens the driver-side door when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime will sound for a few seconds and a warning image will appear on the LCD display.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle.
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