Kia Soul EV: Air Conditioning System / Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Turn the ignition switch OFF.

2.	Disconnect ambient temperature sensor.

Check the resistance of the ambient temperature sensor between terminals 1 and 2 whether it is changed by changing of the ambient temperature.

1. Sensor Ground

2. Ambient Sensor Signal

Specification

Ambient temperature [°C(°F)]	Resistance between terminals 1and 2 (k?)
-10(14)	158.18
0 (32)	95.10
10 (50)	58.80
20 (68)	37.32

4.	If the measured resistance is not within the specification, substitute with a known-good ambient temperature sensor and check for proper operation.

5.	If the problem is corrected, replace the ambient temperature sensor.

Replacement

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Traction Motor Systerm - "Under Cover")

3.	Disconnect the connector and then remove the ambient temperature sensor (A).

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

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