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 JD Owners Manual: Icy road warning light
This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy when: Ignition ON Temperature range: approximately below 4°C (39.2°F). The warning light will blink for 10 seconds and then illuminate. Also, the warning chime will sound. ✽ NOTICE If the icy road warning light ap ...

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting   Problem Possible cause Solution Not pairing Bluetooth device of Car is not discoverable mode Enter Bluetooth pairing (searching) mode User’s phone is Bluetooth off ...