Kia Sportage: Ambient Sensor: Description and Operation
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| 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 lower temperature, and
decrease with higher temperatures. |
| 2. |
The sensor output will be used for discharge temperature
control, temperature regulation door control, blower motor level
control, mix mode control and in-car humidity control.
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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 ...
Ambient Sensor: Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Ignition "OFF"
2.
Disconnect ambient temperature sensor.
3.
Check the resistance of ambient temperature sensor between
terminals 1 and 2 whether it is changed by changing o ...
Other Information:
Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by
fuses.
This vehicle has 3 fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel bolster,
the other in the engine ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem Symptoms Table
Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components,
first determine if the malfunction is due to the refrigerant charge, air
flow or compressor. ...
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