Kia Soul EV: Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and Operation

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / 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 Description and Operation

Description The In-car air temperature sensor is integrated into the heater & A/C control unit. The sensor contains a thermistor which measures the temperature of the inside. The signal deci ...

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change. 4. The voltage will ri ...

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Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual: High Voltage Shut-off Procedures

High Voltage Shut-off Procedure Be sure to read and follow the “General Safety Information and Caution” before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries. ...

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual: Normal Charge Cable Lock Actuator Description and Operation

Description and Operation It prevents the normal charge cable theft by operating the actuator when the door is locked.The normal charge cable can be connected only when the door is unlocked. And if the door is locked after the cable is connected, the cable cannot be disconnected by actuat ...