Kia Sportage 2023 Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

The 2023 Kia Sportage has a smart windshield system that goes above and beyond what you’d expect from car glass. This system is full of cutting-edge technologies that make driving more enjoyable. It was made with safety and innovation in mind. High-quality materials were used to make the windshield, which makes it strong and long-lasting while also blocking out glare and outside noise, creating a quiet and comfy cabin. The windshield also has sensors and cameras built in that help with a variety of driver assistance features, like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and accident avoidance. These features make driving safer and easier. Along with its sleek look and useful features, the 2023 Kia Sportage’s windshield system is a perfect example of how advanced technology and good looks can work together to create a new standard in car design and innovation.

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Windshield defrosting and defogging

When the windshield is covered with frost or moisture, the front view is blurred, you should remove the frost and moisture.

WARNING
Windshield heating
Do not use the position during cooling operations in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and the windshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, causing loss of visibility. In this case, set the mode selection to the mode selection to the and fan speed control to the lower speed.

• For maximum defrosting, set the temperature control to the extreme right/hot position and the fan speed control to the highest speed.
•  If warm air to the floor is desired while
  defrosting or defogging, set the mode to the floor-defrost position.
•  Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windshield, rear window, outside rearview mirrors, and all side windows.
•  Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve the heater and defroster efficiency and to reduce the probability of fogging up the inside of the windshield.

Defogging inside windshield

Manual type

Automatic type A (button)

Automatic type B (control panel)

1. Set the fan speed to the desired position.
2. Select the desired temperature.
3. Press the defroster button
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically and the air conditioning will turn on according to the detected ambient temperature. If the air conditioning and outside (fresh) air position are not selected automatically, adjust the corresponding button manually. If the position is selected, the lower fan speed is adjusted to a higher fan speed.

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Defrosting outside windshield

Automatic type A (button)

Automatic type B (control panel)

1.  Set the fan speed to the highest position.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot (HI) position.
3. Press the defroster button
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically and the air conditioning will turn on according to the detected ambient temperature.

Auto defogging system (if equipped)

Auto defogging helps reduce the possibility of fogging up the inside of the windshield by automatically sensing the moisture on inside the windshield.

The auto-defogging system operates when the heater or air conditioning is on. When the Auto Defogging System operates, the indicator will illuminate. If a high amount of humidity is detected in the vehicle, the Auto Defogging System will be enabled.
The following steps will be performed automatically:

1. The A/C button will turn ON.
2. The air intake control will change to Fresh mode under low outside temperatures.
3. The mode will be changed to defrost to direct airflow to the windshield.
4.  The fan speed will be increased. To cancel or reset the Auto Defogging System

Press the front windshield defroster button for 3 seconds when the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position. When the Auto Defogging System is canceled, the defrost button indicator will blink 3 times. When the Auto Defogging System is reset, the defrost button indicator will blink 6 times without a signal.

NOTICE

•  When the air conditioning is turned on  by an auto-defogging system, if you try to turn off the air conditioning, the indicator will blink 3 times and the air conditioning will not be turned off.
• To maintain the effectiveness and efficiency of the Auto Defogging System, do not select Recirculation mode while the system is operating.
• When the Auto Defogging System is operating, the fan speed adjustment knob, the temperature adjustment knob, and the air intake control button are all disabled.

NOTICE
Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the driver-side windshield glass Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.

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Defroster

The vehicle is equipped with a defroster for removing frost or fog from the rear window.

CAUTION
Conductors
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.

Operating rear window defroster
The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog and thin ice from the rear window, while the engine is on. If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window, brush it off before operating the rear defroster.

To activate the rear window defroster:

•  Press the rear window defroster button located in the heater control panel.
  The indicator on the rear window defroster button illuminates when the defroster is ON. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes or when the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned off. To turn off the defroster:
•  Press the rear window defroster button again.

Outside mirror defroster (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mirror defrosters, they will operate at the same time you turn on the rear window defroster.

Defogging logic (if equipped)

To reduce the possibility of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning is controlled automatically according to certain conditions such as or position. To cancel automatic defogging logic or return to the automatic defogging logic, do the following.

FAQ