Kia Sorento: Description

Windshield deicer system prevent windshield wiper from freezing in the winter season. It consists of deicer in the lower part of windshield, switch and relay. Body control module receives an input signal from the deicer switch, then controls relay.

Since the generator "L" is switched ON, if the deicer switch is ON, then deicer output is ON for 20 minutes.

Component Location

1. Windshield deicer relay 2. Windshield deicer switch 3. Windshield deicer 4. Deicer connector ...

Inspection

1. Remove the cowl top cover. (Refer to the wiper) 2. Disconnect the windshield deicer connector (A) from the wiper motor linkage. ...

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Specifications
Items Specifications Rated voltage 5V Load Max. 1mA Detection illuminations Tail lamp ON : 2.7 ± 0.05 (V) OFF : 4.3 ...

AVN Head Unit Removal
   • Take care not to scratch the center fascia panel and related parts. ...

Panorama Sunroof Motor Inspection
1. Close the panorama sunroof glass and blind completely (Full close position). 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. ...