Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Air conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only) Repair procedures

Inspection

To inspect and diagnose the sensor, refer to Self-Diagnosis procedure and DTC guide.

Replacement

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the auto defogging sensor cover (A).

3.	Remove the auto defogging sensor (A) after disconnecting the auto defogging sensor connector (B).

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

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