Kia Sportage: Components and Components Location | Windshield Wiper-Washer Switch

 Component Location

1. Windshield wiper arm & blade
2. Wiper & washer switch
3. Windshield washer hose
4. Windshield wiper motor & linkage
5. Washer motor (Front)
6. Washer reservoir
7. Washer motor (Rear)
8. Rear washer hose & nozzle
9. Front wiper relay (Engine room relay box)

Windshield Wiper-Washer Switch

Repair procedures

Removal

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2. Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds (A) after removing 3 screws.

NOTE

Take care not to damage and scratch the shrouds and its related parts.

Take care not to damage the hook when removing the upper and lower shrouds.

3. Disconnect the light switch connector (A) and the wiper switch connector (B).

4. Remove the wiper switch (A) by pushing the lock pin (B).

NOTE

When removing the wiper & washer switch only, release the lock of wiper switch without removing the steering wheel.

5. Remove the steering wheel.

(Refer to ST group - "Steering column and shaft")

6. Remove the clock spring.

(Refer to RT group - "Airbag module")

7. Remove the multifunction switch assembly (A) after loosening screws (2EA).

Installation

1. Install the multifunction switch after connecting the connector.

2. Install the clock spring and steering wheel.

3. Install the steering column upper and lower shrouds.

Inspection

Check for continuity between the terminals while operating the wiper and washer switch. If it is not normal condition, replace wiper and washer switch.

Wiper Switch

Washer Switch

Rear Wiper Switch

Rear Washer Switch

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