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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Water Temperature Control Assembly Components
1. O-ring 2. Water temperature control assembly 3. Water inlet fitting 4. Engine coolant temperature sensor 5. Thermostat 6. Thermostat gasket 7. Oil cooler coolant ho ...

Ignition Coil Installation
1. Install in the reverse order of removal. Ignition coil installation bolts: 9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 Ib-ft) ...

Components Operations
PCM (Power Train Control Module) 1. The PCM(ECM)(A) carries out a check of the ignition key using a special encryption algorithm, which is programmed into the transpond ...