Kia Rio: Windshield defrosting and defogging / Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield

1. Select any fan speed except "0" position.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the
or
position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected automatically.
If the outside (fresh) air position is not selected automatically, press the
corresponding button manually.
To defrost outside windshield

1. Set the fan speed to the highest (extreme right) position.
2. Set the temperature to the highest (HI) position.
3. Select the
position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected automatically.
WARNING - Windshield heating
Do not use the () or ()
position during cooling operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between
the temperature of the outside air and the windshield cou ...
To defog inside windshield
1. Select desired fan speed. 2. Select desired temperature. 3. Press the defroster
button (). 4. The outside (fresh) air
position will be selected automatically.
If ...
Other information:
Specifications
Specifications
Purge control solenoid valve (PCSV)
▷ Specification
Item
Specification
Coil resistance (Ω)
18.5 - 22.5 [23°C(73.40°F)]
Tightening Torques
Item
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Checking the washer fluid level
The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
In warm climates, plain water may be used if washer fluid is not available. However,
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