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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.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Press the defroster button (
).
3. While pressing the air conditioning button (A/C), press the air intake control button at least 5 times within 3 seconds.
The recirculation indicator blinks 3 times with 0.5 second of interval. It indicates that the defogging logic is canceled or returned to the programmed status.
If the battery has been discharged or disconnected, it resets to the defog logic status.
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Owner's Manual: Console ON/OFF Actuator
Repair procedures Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the mode control actuator connector. 3. Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the defrost mode when 12V is connected to terminal 3 and ground to terminal 7. Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the vent mode when connected in reverse.Components and components location Components Location 1. Front door latch Repair procedures Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver or using a prying trim tool, wrap protective tap around the tool and related parts to prevent damage.