Kia Sorento: Photo Sensor 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 Replacement

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center fascia panel (A). ...

Photo Sensor Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lam ...

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Specifications
Direct control VFS[LINE Pressure] ▷ Control type : Normal high type Control Pressure kpa (kgf/cm², psi) 539.370 ~ 0 ( 5.5 ~ 0, 78.23 ~ 0) Current va ...

Fuel Filter Removal
1. Remove the fuel pump. (Refer to Fuel Delivery System - “Fuel Pump�) 2. Disconnect the fuel sender connector (A). ...

Manual climate control system (If equipped)
1. Fan speed control knob 2. Mode selection knob 3. Temperature control knob 4. Air conditioning button 5. Air intake control button 6. 3rd row air conditioning ON/OFF button (controlled from t ...