Kia Carens: Windshield Deicer / Description and operation

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.

When the deicer switch is switched ON, and the engine is running with generator output, the deicer will go ON for a maximum of 20 minutes.

Components and components location

Component Location 1. Windshield deicer relay (Built-in engine room relay box) 2. Windshield deicer switch (DATC type) 3. Windshield deicer switch (Manual type ...

Windshield Deicer Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Remove the cowl top cover. (Refer to Body - "Cowl Top Cover") 2. Disconnect the windshield deicer conne ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Battery Specifications

Specifications ▷ CMF60L-BCI Item Specification Capacity [20HR / 5HR] (AH) 60 / 48 Cold Cranking Amperage (A) 550 (SAE) / 440 (EN) Reserve Capacity (Min) 92 ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air duct. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air cleaner") 2. Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery") ...