Kia Soul EV: 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.
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 ...
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 ...
Other information:
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the AVN head unit.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "AVN System")
3.
Disconnect the VESS unit connector (A).
4.
Remove VESS unit (A) after loosening the mounting nut and screw.
Installation
1.
Install the VESS ...
Component
1. Airbag module 2. Remote control upper switch 3. Remote control lower switch 4. Steering wheel assembly 5. Heated unit 6. Wiring 7. Steering wheel lower cover
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