Kia Carens: Blower / Field Effect Transistor (DATC) Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Blower / Field Effect Transistor (DATC) Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Turn the ignition switch ON.

2.	Manually operate the control switch and measure the voltage of the blower motor.

Select the control switch to raise the voltage until high speed.

Specification

Fan Speed (Manual)	Motor Voltage (V)
1	3.8
2	4.6
3	5.9
4	7.2
5	8.3
6	9.5
7	11.3
8	Battery

4.	If the measured voltage is not within specification, substitute with a known-good field effect transistor and check for proper operation.

5.	Replace the field effect transistor if it is proved that there is a problem with it.

Replacement

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the field effect transistor (B) after loosening the mounting screws.

3.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

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