2022 Kia Sportage Fuel Filler Door and Panoramic Sunroof
The 2022 Kia Sportage is a great car for both drivers and passengers because it is both useful and luxurious. The fuel filler door and the panoramic sunroof are two features that make this car stand out. The fuel filler door is easy to reach from inside the car, making it both convenient and safe. It makes refuelling easy and keeps people from getting in without permission. As for the panoramic windscreen, it lets natural light into the cabin and makes it feel open and welcoming. Because it can be opened in different ways, people can enjoy the sun’s warmth or the stars at night. In this in-depth guide, we’ll take a look at these unique features of the 2022 Kia Sportage, including how they work, what they’re good for, and how they make driving and everyday life better in this great SUV.
Fuel filler door
Opening the fuel filler door
- To open the fuel filler door, press the 3 o’clock position edge of the fuel filler door.
- Pull the fuel filler door (1) out to fully open.
- To remove the fuel tank cap (2), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.
- Place the cap on the fuel filler door.
WARNING
Before refuelling, be sure to check what type of fuel is used for your vehicle.
If you put diesel fuel into a gasoline-powered vehicle or gasoline into a diesel-powered vehicle, it may affect the fuel system and cause serious damage to the vehicle.
NOTICE
If the fuel filler door does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the door to break the ice and release the door. Do not pry on the door. If necessary, spray around the door with an approved deicer fluid (do not use radiator antifreeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.
Closing the fuel filler door
- To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks” once. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.
- Close the fuel filler door and push it in lightly making sure that it is securely closed.
NOTICE
There may be an intermittent noise near the refuelling hole while the engine is idling if the fuel cap is not closed securely. This occurs normally with the OBD system.
NOTICE
When refuelling on unlevel ground, the fuel gauge may not point to the F position.
It is not a malfunction. If you move your vehicle to a level ground, the fuel gauge will move to the full position.
WARNING
Refuelling
Always remove the fuel cap carefully and slowly. If the cap is venting fuel or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until the condition stops before completely removing the cap. If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can cover your clothes or skin and subject you to the risk of fire and burns.
Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
NOTICE
Tighten the cap until it clicks once, otherwise the fuel cap open warning indicator light will illuminate.
WARNING
Fire/explosion risk
Read and follow all warnings posted at the gas station facility. Failure to follow all warnings may result in severe personal injury, severe burns, or death due to fire or explosion.
WARNING
Static electricity
- Before touching the fuel nozzle, you should eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity discharge by touching another metal part of the vehicle, a safe distance away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle, or another gas source.
- Do not get back into a vehicle once you have begun refuelling since you can generate static electricity by touching, rubbing or sliding against any item or fabric (polyester, satin, nylon, etc.) capable of producing static electricity. Static electricity discharge can ignite fuel vapors resulting in rapid burning. If you must reenter the vehicle, you should once again eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity discharge by touching a metal part of the vehicle, away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle or another gasoline source.
WARNING
Portable fuel container
When using an approved portable fuel container, be sure to place the container on the ground prior to refueling. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refuelling has begun, contact with the vehicle should be maintained until the filling is complete. Use only approved portable plastic fuel containers designed to carry and store gasoline.
WARNING
Cell phone fires
Do not use cellular phones while refuelling. Electric current and/or electronic interference from cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
WARNING
Smoking
DO NOT use matches or a lighter and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit cigarette in your vehicle while at a gas station, especially during refueling. Automotive fuel is highly flammable and can when ignited, result in fire.
WARNING
Refueling and vehicle fires
When refuelling, always shut the engine off. Sparks produced by electrical components related to the engine can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refueling is complete, check to make sure the filler cap and filler door are securely closed, before starting the engine.
Make sure to refuel your vehicle according to the “Fuel Requirements” suggested in Chapter 1.
If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.
CAUTION
Exterior paint
Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Any type of fuel spilt on painted surfaces may damage the paint.
PANORAMIC SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof control lever located on the overhead console.
The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK (or OFF) position.
However, if the front door is opened, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30-second period
CAUTION
Sunroof motor damage
To prevent damage to the sunroof, periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail.
In cold and wet climates, the sunroof may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
After the vehicle is washed or in a rainstorm, be sure to wipe off any water that is on the sunroof before operating it.
CAUTION
Sunroof control lever
Do not continue to press the sunroof control lever after the sunroof is fully opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to the motor or system components could occur.
The sunroof cannot slide when it is in the tilt position nor can it be tilted while in an open or slide position.
WARNING
Roof cargo
Do not operate the sunroof while using the roof rack to transport cargo. This may cause the cargo to come loose and distract the driver.
Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause death, serious injury, or property damage.
CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is fully closed when leaving your vehicle. If the sunroof is opened, rain or snow may leak through the sunroof and wet the interior as well as allow theft to occur.
WARNING
To avoid accidental injury, do not let children operate the sunroof without adult supervision.
Do not allow children to operate the sunroof. This may result in injury to the child.
Sunroof open warning (if equipped)
If the driver removes the ignition key (smart key: turns off the engine) when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime will sound for a few seconds and a message will appear on the LCD display or the warning indicator will illuminate.
Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle.
Sunshade
To open the sunshade
Push the sunroof control lever backwards to the 1st detent position.
To close the sunshade when the sunroof glass is closed
Push the sunroof control lever forward to the 1st detent position.
To stop the sliding at any point, press the sunshade control switch momentarily.
NOTICE
Wrinkles formed on the sunshade as material characteristics are normal.
CAUTION
Automatic sunroof shade
- Do not pull or push the sunshade by hand as such action may damage the sunshade or cause it to malfunction.
- Close the sunroof when driving in dusty environments. Dust may cause a malfunction of the vehicle system.
NOTICE
Only the front glass of the panorama sunroof opens and closes.
Sliding the sunroof
When the sunshade is closed
Push the sunroof control lever backwards to the 2nd detent position, both the sunshade and sunroof glass will slide all the way open. To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control glass lever briefly.
When the sunshade is opened
Push the sunroof glass control lever backwards to the 1st or 2nd detent position, the sunroof glass will be opened.
To stop the sunroof glass movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever briefly.
Automatic reversal
If an object or part of the body is detected while the sunroof is closing automatically, it will reverse the direction, and then stop.
The auto reverse function does not work if a tiny obstacle is between the sliding glass and the sunroof sash. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the sunroof before closing it.
Objects less than 0.16 inch (4 mm) in diameter caught between the sunroof glass and the front glass channel may not be detected by the automatic reverse glass and the glass will not stop and reverse direction.
WARNING
Sunroof
- Be careful that no head, hands, and body parts are obstructed by a closing sunroof.
- Do not extend the face, neck, arms, or body outside the sunroof while driving.
WARNING
Sunroof Operation
When closing the sunroof, make sure there are no body parts in the movement range of the sliding roof. Parts of the body could become trapped or crushed.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the sunroof, periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail.
NOTICE
If you drive with the sunroof opened right after a vehicle wash or rain, water may get inside the vehicle.
CAUTION
Sunroof motor damage
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 or the motor could be
damaged.
Tilting the sunroof 
When the sunshade is closed
Push the sunroof control lever upward, the sunshade will slide halfway open then the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
When the sunshade is opened
Push the sunroof control lever upward, the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
Closing the sunroof
To close the sunroof glass with the sunshade
Push the sunroof control lever forward to the 2nd detent position. The sunroof glass and sunshade will close automatically.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
To close the sunroof glass only
Push the sunroof control lever forward to the 1st detent position. The sunroof glass will close automatically.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
Resetting the sunroof
Whenever the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, you must reset your sunroof system as follows:
- Start the engine.
- Close the sunshade and sunroof completely if opened.
- Release the sunroof control lever.
- Push the sunroof control lever forward in the direction of close until the sunshade slightly moves. Then, release the lever.
- Push the sunroof control lever forward in the direction of close, until the sunroof operates as follows again:
Sunshade Open Glass Tilt Open Glass Slide Open Glass Slide Close Sunshade Close Then, release the lever.
When this is complete, the sunroof system has to be reset and one-touch open and close should be restored.
NOTICE
If you do not reset the sunroof, it may not work properly.
FAQ
A: To open the fuel filler door, typically there’s a release lever or button inside the vehicle near the driver’s seat.
A: Yes, many vehicles, including the Sportage, offer a locking feature for the fuel filler door, often controlled electronically.
A: The Kia Sportage typically uses unleaded gasoline. It’s important to refer to the owner’s manual or check the fuel door for the specific fuel type required.
A: Some Sportage models may come equipped with a capless fuel filler system, which can make refueling more convenient.
A: The fuel tank capacity may vary depending on the specific trim level, but it’s typically around 16 to 19 gallons.
A: Yes, the Kia Sportage may offer a panoramic sunroof option, which extends over a large portion of the roof for a more open and airy feel inside the cabin.
A: Yes, the panoramic sunroof is often equipped with a sliding or tilting function, allowing you to open it partially or fully.
A: Yes, a sunshade is typically included with the panoramic sunroof to block sunlight and provide shade when needed.
A: Many panoramic sunroofs have a tinted glass or UV-filtering feature to reduce heat and protect occupants from harmful UV rays.
A: Yes, there are usually controls for the panoramic sunroof located near the driver’s seat for easy operation.
A: Some panoramic sunroofs include a wind deflector or design elements to minimize wind noise when the roof is open.
A: The panoramic sunroof typically includes safety features like anti-pinch technology to prevent injury in case of an obstruction during closing.
A: While you can typically tilt the sunroof for ventilation during light rain, it’s not advisable to fully open it during heavy rain to avoid water entering the cabin.
A: When the sunroof is closed, it typically doesn’t significantly impact headroom for rear passengers. However, when it’s open or tilted, it may affect headroom slightly.
A: Regular cleaning and maintenance of the sunroof seals and tracks are important to prevent leaks and ensure smooth operation. Refer to your owner’s manual for specific care instructions.
Useful Link
View Full User Guide: Kia Sportage 2022 User Guide
Download Manuals: https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/manuals.html
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