Kia Sportage: Steering Wheel / Heated Steering Wheel Description and operation
The heated steering wheel system improves the thermal comfort of the driver
by heating the steering wheel when manually selected.
Heated pad


Specifications
Item
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Specification
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Voltage
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13.5 V ± 0.1V, 80W±10%
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Heated pad resistance
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1.60 - 2.00 Ω
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NTC resistance
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10.0 kΩ ± 10% (22°C ±1°C)
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Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait
for at least 30 seconds.
2.
Turn the steering wheel ...
System Circuit Diagram
Terminal Function
Housing
Pin
Function
Wire color
Pad
A
GND
...
Other information:
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition
switch or Engine Start/Stop button is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the "H" position,
it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with ...
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the automatic transaxle .
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "Automatic Transaxle")
2.
Remove the drive plate (A) and the adapter plate (B).
Tightenin ...