Kia Sportage: Photo Sensor: Repair procedures
Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor: Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Ignition "ON" |
| 2. |
Using the scan tool. |
| 3. |
Emit intensive light toward photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change. |
| 4. |
The voltage will rise with higher intensive light and reduce with lower intensive light.
|
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
With the (-) driver, remove the photo sensor (A) from the center of defrost nozzle.
|
| 3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
Photo Sensor: Description and Operation
Description
1.
The photo sensor is located at the right of defrost nozzle.
2.
The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to
sunlight) diode. The solar radiation received by its lig ...
Ambient Sensor: Description and Operation
Description
1.
The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the
condenser and detects ambient air temperature. It is a negative type
thermistor; resistance will increase with lowe ...
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Key reminder warning chime
If the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is left in the ignition
switch (ACC or LOCK position), the key reminder warning chime will sound. This is
to prevent you from locking your key ...
Brake/clutch fluid
Checking the brake/clutch* fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the ...
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