Kia Sportage: Heater / Mode Control Actuator Repair procedures
Kia Sportage QL (2015-2023) Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Heater / Mode Control Actuator Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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| 2. |
Disconnect the mode control actuator connector.
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| 3. |
Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the defrost mode when
12V is connected to terminal 3 and ground to terminal 4.
Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the vent mode when
connected in reverse.
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| 4. |
Connect the mode control actuator connector.
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| 5. |
Turn the ignition switch ON.
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| 6. |
Check the voltage between terminals 5 and 6.
Specification
It will feedback the current position of the actuator to controls.
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| 7. |
If the measured voltage is not within the specification, substitute
with a verified temperature control actuator and check for proper operation.
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| 8. |
Replace the mode control actuator if it is proved that there is a problem
with it.
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| Replacement |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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| 2. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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| 3. |
Remove the driver's side shower duct (A) after loosening the screw.
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| 4. |
Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the mode control actuator
(B) after loosening the screws.
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| 5. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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