Kia Telluride 2023 Fuel Filler Door, Dual Wide Sunroof, and Sunroof

Kia’s dedication to creating a great driving experience is shown by the way the doors and sunroof of the 2023 Kia Telluride combine functionality and style in a smooth way. The Telluride is convenient and safe, with four well-equipped doors, power locks, and available keyless entry. Child safety locks and door handle lights make it safer and easier to see at night. The pièce de résistance is a panoramic sunroof that lets in a lot of natural light and lets people enjoy the beauty of their surroundings. The Telluride’s attention to detail is shown by this sunroof, which has manual operation and a sunshade that can be pulled back. The sunroof changes the way you drive by adding thoughtful features like a tilt function and anti-pinch safety devices. You can open it to let in fresh air or see the sky without any obstructions. In the 2023 Kia Telluride, the doors and sunroof work together to create a perfect blend of style and usefulness, making the road ahead full of memorable trips.

2023 Kia Telluride Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

Fuel filler door

The vehicle’s fuel filler door must be opened and closed by hand from outside the vehicle.

Opening the fuel filler door

If the fuel filler door does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not apply excessive force to open the lid. If necessary, spray around the lid with an approved deicer fluid (do not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.

Stop the engine.
To open the fuel filler door, press the 3 o’clock position edge of the fuel filler door.
NOTICE
The fuel filler door will unlock when the driver’s door is unlocked.
To unlock fuel filler door:
- Press the unlock button on your smart key.
- Press the Central Door unlock button on the armrest trim of the driver’s door.
- Pull the driver’s inside door handle outward. The fuel filler door will lock when all doors are locked. To lock fuel filler door:
- Press the lock button on your smart key.
- Press the Central Door lock button on the armrest trim of the driver’s door.
- * All doors will automatically lock after the vehicle speed exceeds 9.3 mph (15 km/h). Fuel door is also locked when the vehicle speed exceeds 9.3 mph (15 km/h).
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 refueling, 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.

Closing the fuel filler door

To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks” one time. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.
Close the fuel filler door and push on the 3 o’clock position edge of the fuel filler door lightly gently to make sure that it is securely closed.

WARNING
Refueling
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.

NOTICE
When refueling 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.

NOTICE
Tighten the cap until it clicks one time, otherwise, the engine warning indicator light will appear. Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

WARNING
Fire/explosion risk
Read and follow all warnings posted at the gas station facility. Failure to follow all warnings will 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 other gas source.
Do not get back into a vehicle once you have begun refueling 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 other 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 refueling 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 refueling. Electric current and/or electronic interference from cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.

WARNING
Refueling and vehicle fires
When refueling, always shut the engine off. Sparks produced by electrical components related to the engine can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refuel-ing is complete, check to make sure the filler cap and filler door are securely closed, before starting the engine.

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 result in fire when ignited.
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 spilled on painted surfaces may damage the paint.

WARNING

Do not allow anyone who has not discharged static electricity from their body to come close to an open fuel tank.
Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

WARNING

Risk of injury from fuel
Fuels are poisonous and harmful to your health.

Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not inhale fuel vapors.
Keep children away from fuel. If you or other people come into contact with fuel, observe the following:
Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with soap and water.
If fuel comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If you swallow fuel, seek medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
Change immediately out of clothing that has come into contact with fuel.

NOTICE
Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Fuel that does not conform to the required quality can lead to increased wear as well as damage to the engine and exhaust system. Only use the fuel recommended.

NOTICE
Damage caused by the wrong fuel
Vehicles with a gasoline engine:
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system, the engine and the emission control system.

NOTICE
Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine.

NOTICE
Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, fuel can enter the fuel system.
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine. Have the system serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTICE
Do not overfill the fuel tank
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise, fuel may slide, causing harm to the environment and damaging the vehicle.

Dual Wide Sunroof (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console.

[A]: Front, [B]: Rear
The sunroof can only be operated when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON or START position.
The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or OFF position. However, if the front door is open, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30-second period.

WARNING

Adjust the sunroof or sunshade when your vehicle stops. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause injury, or property damage.
Do not leave the engine running and the key in your vehicle with unsupervised children. 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.

NOTICE

Do not operate the sunroof when roof bars are installed on the vehicle or when there is luggage on the roof.

Sunshade (Front)/Power sun-shade (Rear)

Use the power sunshade to block direct sunlight coming through the sunroof glass.

Front
Open or close the sunshade by hand.

INFORMATION

The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof glass is opened by pushing the sunroof switch (A) rearward, but the sunshade does not close automatically when the sunroof glass is closed. Also, only the sunshade cannot be closed when the sunroof glass is opened.

NOTICE
Do not pull the sunshade up or down, or apply excessive force as such action may damage the sunshade or cause it to malfunction.

Rear

Push the power sunshade open switch (B), the power sunshade automatically slides open. Push the power sunshade close switch (B), the power sunshade automatically closes.

NOTICE
Do not pull or push the power sunshade by hand as such action may damage the power sunshade or cause it to malfunction.

NOTICE
Wrinkles formed on the power sunshade are normal due to material characteristics.

Tilt open/close (Front)

Tilt open
Tilt close
- Push the sunroof switch upward, the
- Push the sunroof switch forward when the sunroof glass is tilted open, the sunroof glass closes.

To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.

Slide open/close (Front)

Push the sunroof switch rearward, the sunshade and sunroof glass slide open. Push the sunroof switch forward, only the sunroof glass closes.
Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the first detent position, the sunroof glass moves until the switch is released.
Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the second detent position, the sunroof glass operates automatically (auto slide feature). To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.

Automatic reversal

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

WARNING

Make sure heads, hands, arms or any other body parts or objects are out of the way before operating the sunroof. Body parts or objects may get caught causing injuries or vehicle damage.
Never deliberately use your body parts to test the automatic reversal function. The power sunshade or sunroof glass may reverse direction, but there is a risk of injury.

NOTICE

Do not continue to push the sunroof switch after the sunroof is fully opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to the sunroof motor could occur.
Continuous operations such as slide open/close, tilt open/close, etc. may cause the motor or sunroof system to malfunction.
Regularly remove any accumulated dust on the sunroof rail.
Dust accumulated between the sunroof and roof panel can make noise. Open the sunroof and remove dust regularly using a clean cloth.
Do not try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice. The sunroof may not work properly and may break if opened by force.
Do not open or drive with the sunroof glass open immediately after rain or washing the vehicle. Water may wet the interior of the vehicle.
Do not extend any luggage outside the sunroof while driving. Vehicle damage may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

2023 Kia Telluride Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

WARNING
Do not extend your head, arms, body parts or objects outside the sunroof while driving. Injuries may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

Resetting the sunroof

Front

Rear

In some circumstances resetting the sunroof operation may need to be performed. Some instances where resetting the sunroof may be required include:

When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected or discharged
When the sunroof fuse is replaced
If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/ CLOSE operation is not functioning properly

Sunroof resetting procedure:

It is recommended to perform the reset procedure with the vehicle engine running. Start the vehicle in P (Park).
Make sure the power sunshade or sunroof glass is in the fully closed position. If the power sunshade or sunroof glass is open, push the switch forward until the power sunshade and sunroof glass is fully closed.
Release the switch when the power sunshade or sunroof glass is fully closed.
Push the switch forward until the power sunshade or sunroof glass moves slightly. Then release the switch.
Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the power sunshade or sunroof glass slides 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.

NOTICE
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.

Sunroof open warning

If the driver turns off the engine when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime will sound for several seconds and the sunroof open warning will appear on the cluster LCD display. Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle.

CAUTION
Make sure the sunroof is closed fully when leaving your vehicle. If the sunroof is left open, rain or snow may wet the interior of the vehicle. Also, leaving the sunroof open when the vehicle is unattended may invite theft.

Sunroof (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof 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.
The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or OFF position. However, if the front door is open, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30-second period.

WARNING

Adjust the sunroof or sunshade when your vehicle stops. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause injury, or property damage.
Do not leave the engine running and the key in your vehicle with unsupervised children. 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.

NOTICE
Do not operate the sunroof when roof bars are installed on the vehicle or when there is luggage on the roof.

Sunshade

Use the power sunshade to block direct sunlight coming through the sunroof glass.

Open or close the sunshade by hand.

INFORMATION
The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof glass is opened, but the sunshade does not close automatically when the sunroof glass is closed. Also, only the sunshade cannot be closed when the sunroof glass is opened.

NOTICE
Do not pull the sunshade up or down, or apply excessive force as such action may damage the sunshade or cause it to malfunction.

Tilt open/close

Tilt open
Tilt close
- Push the sunroof switch upward, the sunroof glass tilts open.
- Push the sunroof switch forward when the sunroof glass is tilted open, the sunroof glass closes. The sunroof glass tilts open or closes while the switch is pushed.

INFORMATION
The sunroof glass cannot slide open and tilt open at the same time. You cannot tilt the sunroof glass open while the sunroof glass is slide open. Also, you cannot slide the sunroof glass open while the sunroof is tilt open. Slide open or tilt open the sunroof glass when the sunroof glass is completely closed.

Slide open/close

Push the sunroof switch rearward, the sunshade and sunroof glass slide open. Push the sunroof switch forward, only the sunroof glass closes.
Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the first detent position, the sunroof glass moves until the switch is released.
Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the second detent position, the sunroof glass operates automatically (auto slide feature). To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction.
The sunroof glass stops halfway (first detent position) before it is fully opened. To fully open the sunroof glass, push the sunroof switch rearward once more. At this time, the sunroof glass opens only while the switch is pushed.

INFORMATION
To reduce wind noise while driving, we recommend that you drive at the recommended position (first detent position) before the maximum slide open position.