Kia Stinger: Heater / Auto Defoging Actuator
Description and operation
| Description |
Installed on the windshield glass, the auto defogging sensor judges and sends signal to blow out wind for defogging if moisture occurs. The air conditioner control module receives a signal from the sensor and restrains moisture and eliminates defog by the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator, blower motor rpm and mode actuator.
Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Turn the ignition switch OFF. |
| 2. |
Disconnect the auto defogging connector. |
| 3. |
Verify that the auto defogging actuator operates in the open position when connecting 12V to terminal 4 and grounding terminal 6. Verify that the auto defogging actuator operates in the closed position when connected in reverse.
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| 4. |
Connect the auto defogging actuator connector. |
| 5. |
Turn the ignition switch ON. |
| 6. |
Check the voltage between terminals 5 and 6. Specification
The current position of the actuator will be sent to the control unit. |
| 7. |
If the measured voltage is not within specification, substitute with a known-good auto defogging actuator and check for proper operation. |
| 8. |
Replace the auto defogging actuator if it is proved that there is a problem with it. |
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the glove box housing. (Refer to Body - "Glove Box Housing") |
| 3. |
Remove the passenger side shower duct (A) after loosening the screw.
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| 4. |
Remove the aspirator. |
| 5. |
Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the auto defogging actuator (B) after loosening the screws.
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| 6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning |
Mode Control Actuator
Description and operation
Description
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Console Temperature Control Actuator
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the mode control actuator connector.
3.
Verify t ...
Other information:
Kia Stinger CK 2018-2021 Owners Manual: Driver’s attention
The driver must be cautious in the following situations because the system is limited when recognition of the lane marker is poor or limited: ►When lane and road condition is poor - It is difficult to distinguish the lane marker from road when the lane marker is covered with dust or sand. - ...
Kia Stinger CK 2018-2021 Owners Manual: Hood
Opening the hood 1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly. Only open the hood with the vehicle on a flat surface, engine is turned off, shift lever placed in P (Park) position and setting the parking brake. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the ...