Kia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor / Cluster Ionizer (FATC only)

Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / 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

Press the MODE switch more then 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the OFF switch.

Display	Fail description
00	Normal
50	Cluster ion generator fault

* 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.

4.	Installation is the reverse order of removal.

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