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 Owners Manual: Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually. CAUTION The use of a non-specified wiper blade could result in wiper malf ...

Kia Cee'd JD Owners Manual: To defog inside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the desired speed. 2. Select desired temperature. 3. Press the button. 4. The air conditioning will turn on according to the detected ambient temperature and outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically. If the air conditioning is not selected ...