Vehicle Specifications

Sunshade, Sunroof Reset

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Sunshade

When the sunroof is opened, the sunshade also opens. Once the sunroof is closed, the sunshade can be closed manually.

Sunroof Reset

Whenever the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or the related fuse has blown, you must reset the sunroof system as follows:

1. The ignition switch must be in the ON position.

2. Fully close the sunroof.

3. Release the control lever.

4. Press the control lever forward until the sunroof tilts and moves slightly up and down. Then release the lever.

5. Press the control lever forward until the sunroof operates as follows:

TILT DOWN → SLIDE → CLOSE

Then release the control lever.

✽ NOTICE

Do not release the lever until the operation is complete. If you release the lever during operation, try again from step 2.

❈ For more detailed information, refer to an authorized Kia dealer.

✽ NOTICE

If the sunroof does not reset when the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or the related fuse has blown, the sunroof may not operate correctly.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Forte BD quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.