Kia Carens: Air conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Air conditioning System / 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 (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the ECM mirror cover (A).

3.	Push the ECM mirror base up to remove the auto defog sensor & rain sensor cover (A).

4.	Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the auto defogging sensor (B).

5.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

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 condit ...

Cluster Ionizer (DATC only) Description and operation

Description The cluster ionizer makes disinfection and decomposition of bad smell from the air-conditioner or inflow air. And it cleans the inside air of a vehicle. When the i ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Warning type

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