When the K5 sunroof works

The manual's Panoramic sunroof section says that if your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt it with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console.

The sunroof can only be operated when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON or START position. It can be operated for approximately 3 minutes after the button is in the ACC or OFF position. However, if the front door is open, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 3 minutes period.

The manual's warnings: adjust the sunroof or sunshade when your vehicle stops, since doing it while driving could result in loss of control and an accident. Do not leave unsupervised children with the engine running and the key in your vehicle; unattended children could operate the sunroof, which could result in serious injury. Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It may cause injury or vehicle damage.

From the Panoramic sunroof section of the 2027 K5 owner's manual (listed as if equipped).

How to tilt and slide the K5 sunroof

What each switch movement does, as listed in the manual:

From the Tilt open/close and Slide open/close sections of the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

Power sunshade

Use the power sunshade to block direct sunlight coming through the sunroof glass. Push the sunroof switch rearward to the first detent position and the power sunshade automatically slides open. Push it forward to the first detent position and the power sunshade automatically closes; if the sunroof glass is open, the glass closes first. To stop the power sunshade at any point, push the switch in any direction.

Do not pull or push the power sunshade by hand, as this may damage it or cause it to malfunction. The manual notes that wrinkles formed on the power sunshade are normal due to the material.

From the Power sunshade section of the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

Automatic reversal and safety

If the power sunshade or sunroof glass senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction and stop at a certain position. The auto reverse function may not work if a thin or soft object is caught between the sliding power sunshade or sunroof glass and the sunroof sash.

Make sure heads, hands, arms or any other body parts or objects are out of the way before operating the sunroof, and never deliberately use your body parts to test the automatic reversal function; the sunshade or glass may reverse, but there is a risk of injury. Do not extend your head, arms, body parts or objects outside the sunroof while driving. Injuries may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

From the Automatic reversal section of the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

How to reset the K5 sunroof

The manual says resetting may be required when the 12-volt battery is either disconnected or discharged, when the sunroof fuse is replaced, or if the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/CLOSE operation is not functioning properly. The reset steps, as listed in the manual:

1. It is recommended to perform the reset procedure with the engine running. Start the vehicle in P (Park).
2. Make sure the power sunshade and sunroof glass are fully closed. If they are open, push the switch forward until they are fully closed.
3. Release the switch when the power sunshade and sunroof glass are fully closed.
4. Push the switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass move slightly. Then release the switch.
5. Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass slide open and close. Do not release the switch until the operation is completed.

If you release the switch during operation, start the procedure again from step 2. 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.

From Resetting the sunroof in the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

Sunroof open warning

If the driver turns off the engine when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime sounds for several seconds and the sunroof open warning appears on the cluster LCD display. Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle: if it is left open, rain or snow may wet the interior, and leaving it open when the vehicle is unattended may invite theft.

From Sunroof open warning in the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

Sunroof care tips from the manual

From the notes in the Panoramic sunroof and Automatic reversal sections of the 2027 K5 owner's manual.

Michigan City Kia service hours

From Michigan City Kia's website, November 11, 2026. The website lists Monday to Saturday service hours and none for Sunday. Holiday hours can differ.