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: Fog Lamps Repair procedures

Inspection Fog Lamp Switch 1. With the fog lamp switch in each position, make sure that continuity exists between the terminals below. If continuity is not as specified, replace the multifunction switch. [LHD] [RHD] ...

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

Replacement [Removal]    • Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • ...