Kia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor / Auto Defogging Sensor (FATC only)
Description and operation
| Description |
The Auto Defogging Sensor is installed on front windshild glass. The Auto Defogging Sensor senses moisture on the windshild. The air conditioner control module receives the signal from the sensor and eliminate the fog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator, blower motor rpm, and mode actuator.
Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Press the MODE switch more then 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the OFF switch.
* For diagnostic procedure, refer to DTC guide. |
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the auto defogging sensor cover (A). |
| 2. |
Disconnect the connector (B) and then remove the auto defogging sensor (C).
|
| 3. |
Installation is the reverse order of removal. |
Description and operation Description The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects ambient air temperature.
Description and operation Description The cluster ionizer helps to clean up odors in the vehicle or from the air-conditioner system. When the ignition switch ON, the inoizer runs a "CLEAN" mode and then a "ION" mode, switching every about 15 minutes.
Other information:
Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual: Headlamp Leveling Switch
Components and components location Components Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") 3.
Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual: Rain Sensor
Components and components location Components Schematic diagrams Circuit Diagram Description and operation Description Integrated Rain Sensor Integrated rain sensor (A) controls three systems: front wiper, auto-light, and central air conditioner.
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