Kia Forte: Sunroof / Sunroof Assembly
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat - tip screwdriver or remover, wrap
protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Put on glove to protect your hands.
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Remove the roof trim.
(Refer to Roof Trim - "Roof Trim Assembly")
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2. |
Remove the sunroof glass.
(Refer to Sunroof - "Sunroof Glass")
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3. |
Loosen the mounting screws and remove the sunroof motor (A).

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4. |
After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the assist handle bracket
(A).

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Disconnect the drain tubes (A).

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After loosening the mounding nuts and bolts, remove the sunroof assembly
(A).
Tightening torque
Bolt : 7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 Kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)
Nut : 3.9 - 5.9 N·m (0.4 - 0.6 Kgf·m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb·ft)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Make sure to initialize the motor.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Open the glass fully.
2.
Remove the mounting pins (B), from the frame, and then remove the deflector
(A).
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the sunroof assembly.
(Refer to Sunroof - "Sunroof Assembly")
2.
After loosening the mounting ...
Other information:
These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the
driver or passengers.
To avoid possible theft, do not
leave valuables in the storage
compartment.
Always keep the storage compartment
covers closed while driving.
Do not attempt to place so many
items in the ...
Components and components location
Components
1. Strut assembly
2. Spring lower pad
3. Coil spring
4. Dust cover
5. Bumper stopper
6. Spring upper pad
7. Strut insulator assembly
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
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