Kia Carens: Air conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and operation

The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.

The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The solar radiation received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive force in proportion to the amount of radiation received which is transferred to the automatic temperature control module so that the solar radiation compensation will be performed.

In-car Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

Description The In-car air temperature sensor is built in the heater & A/C control unit. The sensor contains a thermistor which measures the temperature of the inside. The ...

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo s ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position. - It remains on until the engine is started. When there is a malfunction with the emission control system. In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by an autho ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Mode selection

The mode selection buttons control the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system. Air can be directed to the floor, dashboard outlets, or windshield. Three symbols are used to represent Face, Floor and Defrost air position. Face-Level (B, D, F*) Air flow is directed toward the upp ...