Kia Optima: Manual operation
If the sunroof does not operate electrically
1. Remove the rectangular plastic lens in the front of the roof panel.
2. Turn the cross bolt with a Phillips screw driver counterclockwise to remove the
front dome light assembly.
3. Insert the hex head wrench (provided with the vehicle) into the socket. This
wrench can be found in the glove box.
4. Turn the wrench clockwise to open or counterclockwise to close.
CAUTION
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 pane or the sunroof motor could become damaged.
Sunroof
Your sunroof can be opened or closed electrically when the ignition switch is
in the “ON” position. You can slide or tilt the sunroof by depressing the corresponding
switch located on the dome l ...
Recalibrating the sunroof motor
If your battery is disconnected or you manually open the sunroof using the hex
head wrench, you have to re-set your sunroof motor as follows :
Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
Pull th ...
See also:
Front Door. Components and Components Location
Components
1. Front door trim
2. Front door quadrant inner cover
3. Front door belt inside weatherstrip
4. Front door module
5. Front door panel
6. Front door side impac ...
Recommended SAE Viscosity Number
✽ NOTICE
Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick
before checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important in dusty
or sandy areas an ...