Kia Sportage: Resetting the sunroof
![Resetting the sunroof](images/books/1538/5/index.24.jpg)
In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be performed.
Some instances where resetting
the sunroof may be required include:
- When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected
or discharged
- When the sunroof fuse is replaced
- If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/
CLOSE operation is not functioning
properly
Sunroof resetting procedure
- It is recommended to perform the
reset procedure with the vehicle
engine running. Start the vehicle in P
(Park).
- Make sure the power sunshade and
sunroof glass are in the fully closed
position. If the power sunshade and
sunroof glass are open, push the
switch forward until the sunshade and
sunroof glass are fully closed.
- Release the switch when the power
sunshade and sunroof glass are fully
closed.
- Push the switch forward until the
power sunshade and sunroof glass
moves slightly. Then release the
switch.
- Once again push and hold the sunroof
switch forward until the sunroof
glass slides open and close. Do not
release the switch until the operation
is completed.
If you release the switch during operation,
start the procedure again f r om
step 2
NOTICE
If the sunroof does not reset when the
vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged,
or the sunroof fuse is blown,
the sunroof may not operate normally
Sunroof open warning
![Sunroof open warning](images/books/1538/5/index.25.jpg)
If the driver turns off the engine when
the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning
chime will sound for several seconds
and the sunroof open warning will
appear on the cluster LCD display.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving
your vehicle.
CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is closed fully
when leaving your vehicle. If the sunroof
is left open, rain or snow may wet the
interior of the vehicle. Also, leaving the
sunroof open when the vehicle is unattended
may invite theft.
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Steering wheel
The steering wheel of this vehicle is
equipped with the Electric Power Steering
(EPS) system.
Electric power steering (EPS)
Power steering uses the motor to assist
you in steering
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
A tilt and telescopic steering wheel
allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can also raise it to
give your legs more room when you exit
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The welcome system is a function that
illuminates the surroundings or the interior
when the driver approaches or exits
the vehicle.
Door handle lamp (if equipped)
When all the doors (and liftgate) are
closed and locked, the door handle lamp
will come on for about 15 seconds if any
of the
Components and Components Location
Components
Rear door trim
Rear door inside handle cap
Rear door belt inside weatherstrip
Rear door trim seal
Rear door module
Rear door panel
Rear door belt weatherstrip
Rear door frame garnish
Rear door body side weatherstrip
Rear do