Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and operation

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 received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive force in proportion to the amount of radiation received which is then transferred to the automatic temperature control module so that the solar radiation compensation can be performed.

In-car Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

Description 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 sign ...

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the KDS/GDS. 3. Flash an intensive light onto the p ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Immobilizer Indicator Light (Without Smart Key)

This indicator light illuminates: • When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key properly while the ignition switch is ON. - At this time, you can start the engine. - The indicator light goes off after starting the engine. This indicator light blinks: • When there is a malfuncti ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Power windows

The ignition switch must be in the ON position for power windows to operate. Each door has a power window switch that controls the door's window. The driver has a power window lock button which can block the operation of rear seat windows. The power windows can be operated for approximately ...