Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation
Installed on the windshield glass, the auto defogging sensor judges and sends
signal to blow out wind for defogging if moisture occurs. On receiving the signal
from the sensor, the air conditioner control module restrains moisture and eliminates
fog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator, blower
motor rpm, and mode actuator.

Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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Inspection
To inspect and diagnose the sensor, refer to Self-Diagnosis procedure and DTC
guide.
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) bat ...
Other information:
Description
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The sensor used is a thermistor (NTC) in which resistance changes with
temperature variation.
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The TCM supplies about 5 voltage to the sensor; the output value changes
with ATF temperature.
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When the sunshade is closed
Push the sunroof control lever upward, the sunshade will slide halfway open then
the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
When the sunshade is opened
Push the sunroof control lever upward, ...