Kia Sportage: Defogging logic

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Windshield defrosting and defogging / Defogging logic

To defrost outside windshield

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 automatic ...

Manual climate control system

1.Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 2.Turn the mode selection knob to the defrost position (). 3.Press the air intake control button at least 5 times within 3 seconds. The indicator li ...

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