Kia Forte: Photo Sensor Inspection
Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor Inspection
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Turn the ignition switch ON.
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Connect the GDS.
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Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lamp, and
check the output voltage change.
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The voltage will rise with higher intensive light and reduce with
lower intensive light.
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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 p ...
Photo Sensor Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
With a flat-head screwdriver, remove the photo sensor (A) from
the center of the defros ...
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Removal
Handle the sensor with care.
1.
Remove the tire.
(Refer to Tire/Wheels - "Tire& ...
Front Fog Lamps Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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Rear Seat Belt Retractor Replacement
(4Door, 2Door)
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When installing the belt, make sure not to damage the
retr ...
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