Kia Cee'd: Windshield Deicer / Description and operation

Windshield deicer system prevent windshield wiper from freezing in the winter season. It consists of deicer in the lower part of windshield, switch and relay. Body control module receives an input signal from the deicer switch, then controls relay. Operating condition is the same that of rear window defogger system.

Since the generator "L" is switched ON, if the deicer switch is ON, then deicer output is ON for 20 minutes.

Components and components location

Component Location   1. Rear defogger relay (Built-in smart junction box) 2. Windshield deicer switch (Rear defogger switch) 3. Windshield deicer 4. ...

Windshield Deicer Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Remove the cowl top cover. (Refer to the wiper) 2. Disconnect the windshield deicer connector (A) from the wiper motor ...

Other information:

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Control Cable Repair procedures
Removal 1. Move the shift lever to 4th gear. 2. Remove the air duct and the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner") 3. Remove the battery and battery tr ...

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Neutral Switch Description and operation
Description • Signal of neutral switch is transmitted to the ECM in the neutral state. • This signal is blocked when gear changed. • When the signal is blocked, The ECM controls the fuel injection ...