Kia Sportage: Auto defogging system
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:
- The A/C button will turn ON.
- The air intake control will change to
Fresh mode under low outside temperature.
- The mode will be changed to defrost
to direct airflow to the windshield.
- 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, defrost button indicator will
blink 3 times.
When the Auto Defogging System is
reset, defrost button indicator will blink 6
times without a signal.
NOTICE
- When the air conditioning is turned on
by 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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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,
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.
Center console storage
These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the driver
or passengers.
To avoid possible theft, do not leave
valuables in the storage compartment.
SEE MORE:
Locate the statement "The combined
weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle's
placard.
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
Subtract the combined w
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