Kia Forte: Photo Sensor Description

The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzle.

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 (DATC only) Replacement

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the center fascia panel. (Refer to Body - "Center Fascia Panel") ...

Photo Sensor Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lam ...

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(1) Low Speed / Low Load (2) Part Load (3) Low Speed / High Load (4) High Speed / High Load ...

Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor Inspection
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the Solenoid valve connector. 3. Measure resistance between sensor ...