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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Components (1)
1. Driver Airbag (DAB) 2. Steering Wheel 3. Clock Spring 4. Seat Belt Pretensioner (BPT) 5. Front Side Impact Sensor (FSIS) 6. Side Airbag (SAB) 7. Passenger Airbag (PAB) ...

Intake Actuator Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the cowl side trim. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad") ...

Front seat adjustment - power (if equipped)
The front seat can be adjusted by using the control switches located on the outside of the seat cushion. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position so you can easily control the steerin ...