Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Cluster Ionizer (DATC only) Description and operation

The cluster ionizer disinfects and decomposes bad smell from the air conditioner or air inflow. Also, it cleans the air inside the vehicle.

When the ignition is switched "ON", the ionizer runs "CLEAN" mode and then "ION" mode, switching between both modes.

In the "CLEAN" mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative ions and positive ions to help clean smells from the air.

In the "ION" mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative ions and cleans the air inside the vehicle.

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 (-) bat ...

Cluster Ionizer (DATC only) Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Press the MODE switch more than 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the OFF switch. Display Fai ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Non-operational conditions of rear parking assist system

The rear parking assist system may not operate properly when: 1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will operate normally once the moisture clears. 2. The sensor is covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water, or the sensor cover is blocked. (It will operate normally when the materia ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Oil Pan Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt") 2. Remove the A/C compressor lower mounting bolts (A). 3. Remove the A/C compressor bracket (B). ...