Kia Carens: Defroster / Rear window defroster
The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog and thin ice from the interior
and exterior of the rear window, while engine is running.
- To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear window defroster button
located in the center facia switch panel. The indicator on the rear window defroster
button illuminates when the defroster is ON.
- To turn off the defroster, press the rear window defroster button again.
✽ NOTICE
- If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window, brush it off
before operating the rear defroster.
- The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately
20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned off.
Outside mirror defroster (if equipped)
The outside mirror defroster will operate at the same time you turn on the rear
window defroster.
Front wiper deicer (if equipped)
The front wiper deicer will operate at the same time you turn on the rear window
defroster.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear
window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean
the window.
✽ NOTICE
If yo ...
1. Fan speed control knob
2. Air conditioning button
3. Rear window defroster button
4. Mode selection button
5. Air intake control button
6. Temperature control knob
7. Front windshield defroster bu ...
Other information:
Component Location
1. Front seat shield front cover
2. Front seat shield outer cover
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Inspection
1.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
2.
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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