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: Movable Glass Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Tilt the movable glass (A) using the panorama switch. 2. Remove both sides of the decoration cover (A). 3. Completely close the movable glass using the panorama sunroof switc ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Engine Control Module (ECM) Schematic diagrams

ECM Terminal And Input/Output signal ECM Terminal Function Connector [A] Terminal Description Connected to 1 - 　 2 - 　 3 ...