Kia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor / Cluster Ionizer (FATC only)
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.
In the “CLEAN” mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative and positive ions to help clean smells from the air
In the "ION" mode, the cluster generates negative ions and cleans inside air of a vehicle.
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. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the cluster ionizer (B) after loosening the mounting screws.
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| 4. |
Installation is the reverse order of removal. |
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 c ...
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