Kia EV2: Driver adjustments / Wipers and washers

Kia EV2 (QV1, 2026-2026) Owner's Manual / Driver adjustments / Wipers and washers

The wipers and washers remove foreign substances from the windscreen and rear window to help maintain visibility.

Figure 1. Type A
Kia EV2 wipers and washers control lever overview Type A
Figure 2. Type B
Kia EV2 wipers and washers control layout Type B
Figure 3. Type C
Kia EV2 wipers and washers configuration Type C
Figure 4. Type A
Kia EV2 rear wiper and washer control Type A
Figure 5. Type B
Kia EV2 rear wiper stalk switch Type B
Figure 6. Type C
Kia EV2 rear wiper layout Type C
Figure 7. Type A
Kia EV2 washer fluid reservoir and pump Type A
Figure 8. Type B
Kia EV2 washer nozzle adjustment Type B
Figure 9. Type C
Kia EV2 washer system components Type C

  1. Wiper speed control

    • 1X: Single wipe

    • 0: Off

    • ---: Intermittent wipe

    • ---/AUTO *: Intermittent control/Automatically controlled wipe

    • 1: Low wiper speed

    • 2: High wiper speed

  2. Wash with brief wipes (pull lever toward you)

  3. Intermittent control and AUTO control wipe time adjustment*

  4. Rear wiper/washer control

    • 2: Continuous wipe

    • 1: Intermittent wipe

    • 0: Off

  5. Rear wash with brief wipes (push lever away from you)

*: if equipped

Windscreen wipers

When the vehicle is in ON position, operate the windscreen wipers on your Kia EV2 as follows:

  • 1X: For a single wiping cycle, move the lever to this position and release it. If the lever is held in this position, wipers will operate continuously to clear stubborn moisture.

  • 0: Wiper is not in operation and remains parked in its resting position.

  • ---: Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in light rain or mist. To change the speed setting, turn the speed control knob.

  • 1: Normal wiper speed for steady, moderate precipitation.

  • 2: Fast wiper speed designed for heavy downpours.

WARNING

Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures before warming the windscreen with the defroster, as the washer solution could freeze on the windscreen and obscure your view.

NOTE

If there is a heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windscreen, do not drive until you defrost the windscreen for about 10 minutes, or remove the snow and ice before using the windscreen wipers to ensure proper operation. If you do not remove the snow and ice before using the wiper and washer, you may damage the wiper and washer system.

TIP

If you operate the wipers whilst driving on snowy roads, the wipers may stop due to snow buildup on your windscreen. This is normal and not a failure, but a safety feature to prevent vehicular accidents and wiper damage from overloading the wiper motor. If the wipers stop, remove snow accumulated on the top or bottom of the windscreen before using the wipers.

AUTO control : (if equipped)

Figure 1. Type A
Kia EV2 auto wiper control stalk switch Type A
Figure 2. Type B
Kia EV2 rain sensor housing location Type B
Figure 3. Type C
Kia EV2 automatic wiping system layout Type C

  1. Wiper speed control switch

  2. Rain sensor

The rain sensor, located on the upper end of the windscreen, senses the amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle at the proper interval. The more it rains, the faster the wiper operates. When the rain stops, the wiper stops.

To change the speed setting, turn the speed control switch (1) on your Kia EV2 steering column lever.

If you set the wiper switch to AUTO when the vehicle is in POWER ON position, the wiper will operate once to check the system. Set the wiper to OFF when not in use.

WARNING

When the vehicle is in POWER ON position and the windscreen wiper switch is set to AUTO, follow these precautions to avoid any injury to your hands or other body parts:

  • Do not touch the upper end of the windscreen glass facing the rain sensor.

  • Do not wipe the upper end of the windscreen glass with a damp or wet cloth.

  • Do not put pressure on the windscreen glass.

NOTE

  • When washing your Kia EV2, set the wiper to OFF to stop automatic wiper operation.

    The wiper may operate and be damaged if you set it to AUTO whilst washing the vehicle.

  • Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the windscreen glass. This may cause damage to the system parts that may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.

  • When starting the vehicle in winter, set the wiper to OFF. Otherwise, the wipers may operate, and ice may damage the windscreen wiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrost the windscreen properly before operating the windscreen wipers.

  • If you tint the windscreen, be careful not to let any fluid get into the sensor in the top centre of the front windscreen, as the fluid may damage related parts.

Windscreen washer operation

Figure 1. Type A
Kia EV2 steering column control stalk layout Type A for windscreen washer system
Figure 2. Type B
Kia EV2 alternative steering switch configuration Type B for washer fluid delivery
Figure 3. Type C
Kia EV2 premium interior control stalk setup Type C for front cleaning system
  1. Turn the wiper speed control switch to OFF.
  2. Gently pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windscreen and run the wipers 1–3 cycles when the windscreen is dirty. The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever.

    If the windscreen washer does not work efficiently while driving your Kia EV2, thoroughly check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will need to add appropriate non-abrasive windscreen washer fluid to the washer fluid reservoir to maintain clear forward visibility.

    The reservoir filler neck is conveniently located in the front of the motor compartment on the driver side for easy maintenance access.

WARNING

Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures before warming the windscreen with the defroster, as the washer solution could freeze on the windscreen and obscure your view.

NOTE

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

NOTE

  • To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windscreen, do not operate the wipers when the windscreen is dry.

  • To prevent damage to the wiper blades on your Kia EV2, do not use petrol, kerosene, paint thinner, or other harsh solvents on or near the wiper rubber elements.

  • To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other connected mechanical components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually by hand.

  • To prevent damage to the wipers and washer system during sub-zero conditions, always use high-quality washer fluid containing anti-freeze engineered for the winter season or cold weather.

Rear windscreen wiper and washer operation

The rear windscreen wiper and washer switch is seamlessly integrated at the end of the stalk lever.

  • To operate the rear wiper and washer on your Kia EV2, simply turn the switch to your desired activation position.
    Figure 1. Type A
    Kia EV2 rear wiper control switch layout Type A on stalk end
    Figure 2. Type B
    Kia EV2 rear wiper switch configuration Type B with rotary dial
    Figure 3. Type C
    Kia EV2 rear window cleaning control interface Type C

    • 2: Normal continuous wiper operation

    • 1: Intermittent wiper operation for light moisture

    • 0: Rear wiper is completely out of operation

  • Push the lever away from you to spray rear washer fluid and to run the rear wipers several times smoothly.
    Figure 4. Type A
    Kia EV2 rear washer fluid activation pushing stalk Type A
    Figure 5. Type B
    Kia EV2 rear washer spraying mechanism control Type B
    Figure 6. Type C
    Kia EV2 rear window fluid delivery setup Type C

    The fluid spray and wiper movement will continue actively until you release the lever back to its rest position.

    When you activate the front wiper and shift your Kia EV2 into R (Reverse), the rear wiper will automatically activate once to provide optimal rear visibility during parking maneuvers.

    The rear wiper operates intelligently whilst the vehicle is in R (Reverse) with the front wiper turned on.

    Select Setup > Vehicle > Convenience > Auto Rear Wiper (in R) easily directly from your central infotainment system.

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