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) Service Manual: Water pump Components and components location

Components 1. Water inlet pipe 2. Water inlet pipe O-ring 3. Water pump housing 4. Water pump housing gasket 5. Water pump gasket 6. Water pump 7. Water pump pulley ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: SRS Control Module (SRSCM) Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the Ignition from the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait for at least thirty seconds before beginning work. 3. Remove the floor console. (Refer to ...