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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Shift Lever Installation
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.    Set shift lever and inhibitor ...

Interior Trim Components
1. Front pillar trim 2. Center pillar lower trim 3. Center pillar upper trim 4. Front door scuff trim 5. Rear door scuff trim 6. Cowlside trim 7. Rear pillar trim 8 ...

Quarter Fixed Glass Installation
1. With a putt knife, scrape the old adhesive smooth to a thickness of about 2mm (0.08 in.) on the bonding surface around the entire quarter fixed glass flange. ...