DTC B1283-13: Direction Potentiometer Open (Low) - Auto Defog: General Description
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While controlling the temperature and mode (direction of wind) set by driver, if the humidity is higher than certain level, air conditioner control module automatically controls auto defogging mode. Air conditioner control module changes to go back to the previous driver set mode, if the humidity is decreased.
Air conditioner control module automatically controls intake actuator, A/C, defogger actuator, blower motor RPM, mode actuator in accordance with the amount of humidity on the front glass.