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 Owners Manual: SLIF activation / deactivation
SLIF Setting method : Cluster User Settings → Driving Assist → SLIF (Speed Limit Information Function) The information of speed limit and no passing restriction will appear on the cluster using a symbol if you have activated SLIF in User Settings of cluster. If SLIF is ...

Kia Cee'd Service Manual: Cowl Cross Bar Assembly Repair procedures
Replacement    • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. ...