Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

Installed on the windshield glass, the auto defogging sensor judges and sends signal to blow out wind for defogging if moisture occurs. On receiving the signal from the sensor, the air conditioner control module restrains moisture and eliminates fog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator, blower motor rpm, and mode actuator.

Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover") ...

Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Repair procedures

Inspection To inspect and diagnose the sensor, refer to Self-Diagnosis procedure and DTC guide. Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) bat ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Service Manual: Steering Column Shroud Panel Repair procedures

Replacement [Steering column shroud upper panel]    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a p ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual: Parking assist system

■ Rear ■ Front The parking assist system assists the driver during movement of the vehicle by chiming if any object is sensed within the distance of 39 in. (100 cm) in front and 47 in. (120 cm) behind the vehicle. This system is a supplemental system and it is not intended to nor does ...