Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / In-car Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation
The In-car air temperature sensor is built in the heater & A/C control unit.
The sensor consists of a thermistor that measures the inside temperature. The
signal decided by the resistance value that changes in accordance with perceived
inside temperature, is delivered to heater control unit, and according to this
signal, the control unit regulates in-car temperature to intended value.
[AVN Type]

[AUDIO Type]

Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector.
3.
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Description
The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.
The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The
solar radiation recei ...
Other information:
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
off.
2.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-)
terminal.
2.
Lift the vehicle.
3.
Disconnect the ventilation hoses (A).
4.
Remove the fue ...