Kia Carens: Air conditioning System / Evaporator Temperature Sensor Description and operation
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator core temperature
and interrupt compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing
by excessive cooling

Inspection
1.
Measure the pressure of high pressure line by measuring voltage output
between terminal “1” and “2”.
2.
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Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector.
3.
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Other information:
Replacement
[Steering column shroud lower panel]
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Component Location
[Second row seat assembly]
(Except Europe and Australia)
[5-seat vehicle]
1. Second row seat assembly
(Except Europe and Australia)
[7-seat vehicle]
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