Kia Niro: 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 Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a remover, remove the crash pad side cover [RH] (A).
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Photo Sensor Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Switch "ON" the ignition.
2.
Connect the KDS/GDS.
3.
Emit intensive light toward the photo senso ...
Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Repair procedures
Checking Refrigerant Specifications
1.
Check refrigerant specifications label inside engine room.
R-134a
R-1234yf
Examples
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Safety Plug Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Rated Voltage (V)
450
Rated Current (A)
80
Fuse Rated Current (A)
125
Fuse Melting Time
Rated Current × 110% ...
