Kia Sportage: Wipers and washers

Windshield wiper/washer

Rear window wiper/washer (if equipped)

A : Wiper speed control · MIST/ – Single wipe · OFF – Off · INT – Intermittent wipe (if equipped) · LO – Low wiper speed · HI – High wiper speed B : Intermittent wipe time adjustment (if equipped) C :Wash with brief wipes D : Rear wiper/washer control · – Spraying washer fluid · ON – Continuous wipe · INT – Intermittent wipe (if equipped) · OFF – Off · – Wash with brief wipes

Windshield wipers Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON. : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever forward and release it with the lever in the OFF position. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is pushed upward and held. OFF : Wiper is not in operation INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in a light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob (➀). (if equipped) LO : Normal wiper speed HI : Fast wiper speed

NOTICE Before using the windshield wipers when there is a heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow or ice is removed. This will help ensure proper windshield wiper operation.

Windshield washers In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 2-3 cycles. Use this function when the windshield is dirty. The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will need to add appropriate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid to the washer reservoir. The reservoir filler neck is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side.

NOTICE To prevent possible damage to the washer pump, do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.

WARNING - Windshield washer Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warming the windshield with the defrosters; the washer solution could freeze on contact with the windshield and obscure your vision.

CAUTION • To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. • To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. • To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually.

Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and washer switch lever. Turn the switch to desired position to operate the rear wiper and washer. If the rear hatch window is open ( ), the rear wiper will not operate. Check the rear hatch window warning light in the instrument cluster, and make sure the rear hatch window is closed completely. - Spraying washer fluid and wiping OFF - Wiper is not in operation INT - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped) ON - Normal wiper opertion - Spraying washer fluid and wiping

Defroster

The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear window, while engine is running.

NOTICE • To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean the window. • To prevent the battery from being discharged, the rear window defroster will only operate when the engine is running. • If you want to defrost and defog on the front windshield, refer to “Windshield Defrosting and Defogging” in this section.

To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear window defroster button located in the center console switch panel. The indicator on the rear window defroster button illuminates when the defroster is ON. If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window, brush it off before operating the rear defroster. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned off. To turn off the defroster, press the rear window defroster button again. Outside mirror heater (if equipped) There is no control button for the outside mirror heater, instead the outside mirror heater automatically turns on when the rear window defroster is turned on. Front windshield deicer (if equipped) There is no control button for the front windshield deicer, instead the front windshield deicer automatically turns on when the rear window defroster is turned on.

Hazard warning flasher

The hazard warning flasher causes the rear tail lights and front turn signal lights to flash on and off, which serves as a warning to other drivers to exercise caution when approaching or passing your vehicle. To activate the flasher, depress the hazard warning flasher switch. This switch operates in any ignition switch position. To turn the flashers off, depress the switch again.

Lighting

Manual climate control system