Kia Sportage: Cluster ionizer
Components and
Components Location
Component Location

Description and
Operation
Description
1. The function of cluster ionizer is cleaning air by sterilizing and
dissolving of air conditioner.
2. The function of cluster ionizer is controlling mold caused by stench of air
conditioner and external inflow of air.
Repair procedures
Inspection
1. Press the OFF switch more then 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the
MODE switch.

* Diagnostic procedure refer to DTC code.
Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the extension cover (A).

3. Remove the shower duct (A).

4. Loosen the screws and then remove the cluster ionizer (A).

5. Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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Components and
Components Location
Component Location
Description and
Operation
Description
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2.
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Forward Safety
Driver Assistance
Forward Safety
Active Assist
Warning Only
Off
With the vehicle on, select Settings?
Driver Assistance ? Forward Safety
from the User Settings menu or select
Settings ?Vehicle ?Driver Assistance
? Forward Safety from the infotainment
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Turn the ignition switch or ENGINE
START/STOP button and all other
switches off.
Open the fuse panel cover.
Pull the suspected fuse straight out.
Use the removal tool provided in the
main fuse box in the engine compartment.
Check the removed fuse; replace it if