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:

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1.5L EcoBoost™ 2.0L EcoBoost™ The long drive belt is on the first pulley groove closest to the engine. The short drive belt is on the second pulley groove farthest from engine. ...

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Specifications
Specifications   Items Specifications Rated voltage 5V Load Max. 1mA (When head lamp lighting) Illuminations (LUX) 50 1.42 ± 0.31V 150 ...