Kia Sorento: Ambient Temperature Sensor Description

The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; resistance will increase with lower temperature, and decrease with higher temperature.

The sensor output will be used for discharge temperature control, temperature regulation door control, blower motor level control, mix mode control and in-car humidity control.

Photo Sensor Replacement

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. With a flat-head screwdriver, remove the photo sensor (A) from the center of the defros ...

Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper") 3. ...

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Circuit Diagram
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