Kia Cadenza: 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. IPM receives an input signal from the
deicer switch, then controls relay. Operating condition is the same that
of rear window defogger system.
Since the generator "L" is switched ON, if the deicer switch is ON, then deicer output is ON for 20 minutes.
Component Location
1. Windshield deicer relay (Built-in engine room relay box)2. Windshield deicer switch (Rear glass defogger switch)3. Windshield deicer4. Deicer connector
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Inspection
1.
Remove the cowl top cover. (Refer to the wiper)
2.
Disconnect the windshield deicer connector (A) from the wiper motor linkage.
3.
Check for continuity between the terminals ...
Other information:
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the damper (B) from the glove box (A) and then remove the glove box lift (C).
2.
Remove the filter cover (A) with pushing the knob.
3.
Replace the air filter (B), install it after making sure of the direction of air filter.
4.
Installation is the reverse ord ...
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