Kia Niro: Air Conditioning System / Ambient Temperature Sensor Description and operation
| Description |
Located at the front of the condenser, the ambient temperature sensor detects the ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; resistance will increase at lower temperature and decrease at higher temperature.
The sensor output is used to control discharged air temperature, calibrate the sensor, control temperature control door, control the blower motor level, control the mix mode and control the in-car humidity.
If the ambient temperature is below 2.0°C (35.6°F), the A/C compressor will stop. The compressor will operate manually. |
Photo Sensor Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Switch "ON" the ignition.
2.
Connect the KDS/GDS.
3.
Emit intensive light toward the photo senso ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Check the resistance of the ambient temperature sensor between terminals
1 and 2 whether it changes by changing the ambient temperature.
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Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Compressor Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Fault code
Fail description
Remedy
60
Compressor CAN signal fault
1. Check HV, LV connector connection.
2. Check LV connector pin condition.
3. Check vehicle inverter fuse co ...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Pre-Charge Resistor Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Resistance (Ω)
40 [20°C (68°F)]
Rated power (W)
40
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