Kia Carens: Air conditioning System / A/C Pressure Transducer Description and operation
The A/C Pressure Transducer (APT) converts the pressure value of high pressure
line into voltage value after measuring it. By converted voltage value, engine
ECU controls the cooling fan by operating it high speed or low speed. Engine
ECU stops the operation of the compressor when the temperature of refrigerant
line is very high or very low irregularly to optimize air conditioning system.

Replacement
1.
Remove the condenser.
2.
Remove the cap (B) on the bottom of the condenser with a L wrench (A).
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Inspection
1.
Measure the pressure of high pressure line by measuring voltage output
between terminal “1” and “2”.
2.
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Other information:
Removal
Engine removal is not required for this procedure.
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid dam ...
Compession Pressure Inspection
If the there is lack of power, excessive oil consumption or poor fuel
economy, measure the compression pressure.
1.
Make sure the oil in the cran ...