Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / In-car Sensor (DATC only) Description and operation

The In-car air temperature sensor is built in the heater & A/C control unit.

The sensor consists of a thermistor that measures the inside temperature. The signal decided by the resistance value that changes in accordance with perceived inside temperature, is delivered to heater control unit, and according to this signal, the control unit regulates in-car temperature to intended value.

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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector. 3. ...

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 recei ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual: Parking on hills

Generally, if you have a trailer attached to your vehicle, you should not park your vehicle on a hill. People can be seriously or fatally injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged if they unexpectedly roll downhill. However, if you ever have to park your trailer on a hill, h ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Service Manual: Rain Sensor Repair procedures

Removal    • The dust or foreign substance on the rain sensor has a bad effect upon the rain sensor capability, so protect the sensor surface with protection cover until inst ...