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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Using the iPod® device
Some iPod® models may not support communication protocol and files may not properly play. Supported iPod® models: iPhone® 3GS/4 iPod® touch 1st~4th generation iPod® nano 1st~6th generation ...

Parking Brake Assembly Removal
Parking Brake Shoe 1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. Remove the rear tire and wheel. 3. ...

Evaporator Core Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater and blower assembly. (Refer to Heater -"Heater Unit") ...