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: Panorama Sunroof Deflector Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Completely open the movable glass using the panorama sunroof switch. 2. Loosen the mounting nuts (A) and then pull out the deflector mounting pin (B) to remove it. 3. Release ...

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

Specifications Item Specifications Working voltage  DC 12V  Operating force 9.8 ± 2.9N (1.0 ± 0.3kg, 7.2 ± 0.7lb) Working temperature -40°C ~ 80°C (-4 ...