Kia Sorento: Auto Defogging Sensor Description

The auto defogging sensor is installed on the front window glass. The sensor judges and sends signal if moisture occurs to blow out wind for defogging. The air conditioner control module receives signal from the sensor and restrains moisture and eliminate defog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator, blower motor rpm, and mode actuator.

Ambient Temperature Sensor Replacement

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper") ...

Auto Defogging Sensor Inspection

To inspect and diagnose the sensor, refer to Self-Diagnosis procedure and DTC guide. ...

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Seatbelt with shoulder belt pretensioner
NOTE This section is applicable to the following components. Rear passenger’s seatbelt (windowside) The pretensioner sensor also serves as follows. SRS frontal airbag sensor Side impact sen ...

Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light /  LED headlight warning light
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light This light illuminates when the automatic headlight beam leveler does not operate normally. If this light illuminates during driving, have your vehic ...

RAB warning light (if equipped)
This indicator illuminates if the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system malfunctions. Refer to “Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system�. RAB OFF indicator light This indicator illuminates wh ...