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Why won’t my 2017 Kia Sedona sliding door open?

I’ve owned my 2017 Kia Sedona for the last three years with minimal issues. But the other day, the power sliding doors stopped working out of the blue. What do I do?

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Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If you’re fighting with the sliding door on your 2017
Kia Sedona
, you’re not alone—and there are a multitude of reasons that it could be happening! But before you drop cash on a professional diagnosis, it’s worthwhile to troubleshoot on your own. Here are some things to try:
  • Open the door manually. Try shifting the overhead console switch to “OFF” for your power sliding doors, then attempt to open and close them manually. This is also a good time to inspect the door latch, trim, and weather seal for obstructions or damage.
  • Check for loose or blown fuses. The motor that powers your Sedona’s sliding doors is connected to your vehicle via wires—but if one of the connections comes loose or a fuse blows, you may experience disruptions in motor power that cause the sliding door to malfunction.
  • Make sure your battery is charged. If your Sedona’s battery is low on juice, certain electrical systems in the vehicle—including your power sliding door—could be impacted.
If your Kia Sedona’s sliding door still won’t open (or if you’ve determined the problem is one you can’t fix alone), your best bet is to head to your local Kia dealership or mechanic for further help. Some fixes—like replacing a door seal or blown fuse—are inexpensive. But if you have to replace the sliding door motor, you could face a seriously steep bill: the average cost of replacing the power sliding door motor in a Kia Sedona is over $1,000.
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