Kia Soul EV: Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and Operation

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and Operation

Description

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 Description and Operation

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

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change. 4. The voltage will ri ...

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Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual: Seat Heater Switch Repair procedures

Removal First Row Seat 1. Remove the heater & A/C control unit. (Refer to Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning - "Heater & A/C Control Unit (FATC)") Second Row Seat 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the rear door trim. (Refer to Body - "Rear Door ...

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual: Battery Pack Assembly Repair procedures

Inspection When removing the battery pack assembly to inspect the battery system, it can be connected to vehicle by using the SST 0K918-E4100, 0K375-E4100, 0K375-E4200. Before installing the battery system assembly, check if the battery is OK by using the SST. ...