Body (Interior and Exterior)

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Special Service Tools

SPECIAL TOOLS

Tool (Number and Name) Illustration Purpose of Use
09880-4F000
Snap ring installer
Installation of snap ring

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Measure (see page)
Panoramic roof leaks (water penetration) Weatherstrip profile aged REPLACE
Gap between the sunroof and roof panel or weatherstrip is not too large, and is installed correctly kit
Wind noise from panoramic roof Wind deflector loose or deformed, gap formed Tighten, adjust, or replace
Noise heard when opening and closing the sunroof Foreign object in the guide Check the drive mechanism and guides for foreign objects.
Guides and sunroof loose tighten
Motor runs but sunroof does not move or moves intermittently Foreign object in the guide Adjust or replace
Motor and sunroof drive (gear) not properly aligned
Reduced Sunroof Slip Force
Increased sliding resistance of the sunroof or sunroof contacts drive cables, seal, etc. due to improper sunroof adjustment
Sunroof motor noise (slipping clutch noise when the sunroof is fully open or closed is normal) Motor and sunroof drive (gear) not properly aligned Check the reduction gear installation condition and
retighten the motor
Drive gear bearing worn or damaged Replace sunroof motor
Cables worn or deformed REPLACE
Door windows do not open or close Door window improperly installed adjust position
Faulty or damaged window regulator or regulator arm repair or replace
Door cannot be fully opened or closed Door improperly installed adjust position
Door stopper faulty repair or replace
Door hinge insufficiently lubricated Lubricate door hinge
Hood does not open or close fully Latch and striker not properly aligned kit
Hood is installed incorrectly kit
Bumper too high kit
windshield or rear window Seal is faulty Seal with sealant
Disc installed incorrectly Correct

Test yourself

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