Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Compressor Description and operation

The compressor is the drive unit of the A/C system.

Located on the side of the engine block, it is driven by the V-belt of the engine.

The compressor changes low pressure and low temperature refrigerant gas into high pressure and high temperature refrigerant gas.

Variable Swash Plate Compressor

The compressor has a rotating swash plate that reciprocates the pistons to compress refrigerant.

The variable swash plate compressor controls the swash plate angle to change the refrigerant displacement. It achieves precise cooling capability control in accordance with vehicle interior and driving conditions.

The internally controlled variable swash plate compressor changes the swash plate angle by the MCV (Mechanical Control Valve) in accordance with fluctuation of a suction pressure.

The externally controlled variable swash plate compressor changes the swash plate angle by the ECV (Electric Control Valve) in accordance with an electrical signal from the heater & A/C control unit.

This enables stable temperature control and improved driving sensation.

ECV Control Diagram

Compressor Components and components location

Component Location 1. Compressor Components [THETA Engine] 1. Clutch Bolt 2. Limiter Bolt 3. Limiter &am ...

Compressor Repair procedures

Removal 1. If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Driver's Attention

The driver must be cautious in the below situations for the system may not assist the driver and may not work properly. - Curved roads, tollgates, etc. - The surrounding of the sensor cover is dirty with rain, snow, mud, etc. - The rear bumper near the sensor is covered or obstructed with forei ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Multimedia Jack Description and operation

Description The multimedia jack on the console upper cover is for customers who like to listen to external portable music players like the MP3 etc., through the vehicle's sound system when it is linked to this jack. The customer has this added option. In case of disto ...