Repair Procedures: Inspection

2010 Kia Rondo LX, 2.7 6SECTION Inspection
  1. In state of IGN1 SW ON, after ALT "L" is ON and then DEICER SW is ON, ON the output of DEFOGGER for 20 min. (operate in state of ENGINE RUNNING)
  2. During DEICER output ON, when DEICER SW is ON, OFF the output DEICER
  3. During DEICER output ON, when ALT "L" is OFF or IGN1 SW is OFF, OFF the output of DEICER
  4. The decision of inputting ALT 'L' shall be complied with the table below.
    ALT 'L' REFERENCE CHART

    ALT 'L' VOLTAGE LEVEL Decision value
    ALT 'L' > 10Β±0.5 Volts ENGINE RUNNING state (ALT 'L' ON)
    ALT 'L' < 5Β±0.5 Volts ENGINE STOP (ALT 'L' OFF) state
    10Β±0.5 Volts > ALT 'L' > 5Β±0.5 Volts Keep the previous state
  5. In state of DEICER SW ON, When ALT "L" is ON Then DEICER RLY don't output.
    Fig 1: Deicer Switch Timer Reference Chart
    G06387043Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    T1: 60 Β± 20msec, T2: 20 Β± 2min.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.