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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Heater Lower Case
Separator
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Components and
Components Location
Component Location
Description and
Operation
Description
1. Heater unit includes mode control actuator and temperature control
actuator.
2.
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If the electrical power door lock switch is
not operating (e.g., dead car battery) the
only way to lock the door(s) is with the
mechanical key from the outside key
hole.
Doors without an outside key hole can
be locked as follows:
Open the door.
Insert the key into the emergency
Roof rack
If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can
load cargo on top of your vehicle.
Type A
Type B
* The actual shape may differ from the
illustration.
Crossbars and fixing components
needed to install the roof rack on your
vehicle may be obtained from an authorized
Kia dealer or other