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.
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
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Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
2.
Connect the KDS/GDS.
3.
Flash an intensive light onto the p ...
Other information:
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced
earlier. When you replace the cl ...
Inspection
Check it by the procedure below to see if the function of the ECM is normal.
1.
Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
2.
Cover the forward facing sensor.
3.
Head a light to ...