Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Evaporator Temperature Sensor Description and operation

The evaporator temperature sensor detects the evaporator core temperature and interrupts compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing by excessive cooling.

Evaporator Core Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station. ...

Evaporator Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector. 3. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Balance Shaft & Oil Pump Repair procedures

Removal BSM (Balance Shaft Module) Chain System 1. Remove the timing chain. (Refer to Timing System - "Timing Chain") 2. Install a stopper pin (A) after compressing the balance shaft chain tensioner. ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Specifications

Specifications Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) ▷ Specification Item Specification Coil Resistance (Ω) 22.0 - 26.0 [20°C(68°F)] Tightening Torques Item ...