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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1. |
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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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:
Description and operation
Description
Installed inside the crash pad, the passenger airbag (PAB) protects the front
passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The SRSCM determines if and when to deploy
the PAB.
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WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiving
an electric shock.
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,
gently pry the lens cover from
lamp housing.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out ...