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.

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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

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

Photo Sensor Description and operation

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 ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Muffler Repair procedures

Removal and Installation Front Muffler 1. Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") 2. Detach the rubber hanger (A) from the front muffler. ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve Description and operation

Description Variable Intake manifold Solenoid (VIS) valve is installed on the intake manifold. The VIS valve controls the vacuum modulator which activates a valve in the intake manifold. The ECM opens or closes this valve according to engine condition (Refer to below table). ...