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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Input Speed Sensor Inspection
1. Check signal waveform of Input & output speed sensor using the GDS. Specification: Refer to "Signal Wave Form" section. ...

Front Hub / Knuckle Installation
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.    Use a SST (09581-11000) when ...

Components
(4Door, 5Door) 1. Rear door inside handle cap 2. Rear door pull handle cap 3. Rear door trim 4. Rear door rear seal 5. Rear door panel 6. Rear door module 7. ...