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: Description and operation

Description – AEB system is designed to help avoid a potential collision or reduce its impact when drivers applies inadequate, delayed or no brakes at all to avoid a collision. – The system detects the risk factors on the ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Fuel Economy

Range (1) The range is the estimated distance the vehicle can be driven with the remaining fuel. - Distance range : 1 ~ 9,999 mi or 1 ~ 9,999 km. If the estimated distance is below 1mi. (1km), the trip computer will display “---” as range. If the vehicle is not on level ground ...