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 ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Components and components location

Component Location 1. BCM 2. Ultrasonic sensor ※ Parking assist control unit function and buzzer are built in BCM (body control unit). ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: ESP OFF Switch Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH] (A). 3. Remove the lower crash pad switch assembly (A) by pushi ...