Kia Rio: Sunroof / Sunroof Assembly

Kia Rio 2017-2025 YB Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Sunroof / Sunroof Assembly

Components and components location

Components

1. Sunroof assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

•	When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

•	Put on glove to protect your hands.

1.	Remove the roof trim. (Refer to Roof Trim - "Roof Trim Assembly")

2.	Remove the sunroof glass. (Refer to Sunroof - "Sunroof Glass")

3.	Loosen the mounting screws and remove the sunroof motor (A).

4.	Remove the drain hose (A).

5.	Remove the front assist handle bracket (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Remove the sunroof assembly (A) after loosening the nuts and bolts.

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)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Make sure to initialize the motor.

Sunroof Deflector

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Open the glass fully. 2. Remove the mounting pins (B), and then remove the deflector (A). ...

Sunroof Sunshade

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