Kia Cadenza YG: Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor Description and Operation

Description
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The photo sensor is located at the center of defrost nozzle.
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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.

    Inspection 1. Ignition "OFF". 2. Disconnect evaporator temperature sensor. 3. Using the multi-tester, Measure resistance between terminal "1" and "2" of evaporator temperature sensor.

    Inspection 1. Ignition "ON" 2. Using the scan tool. 3. Emit intensive light toward photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change.

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    Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2021 Service Manual: Specifications

    Specification ItemSpecificationUltrasonic sensorVoltage ratingDC 12 VDetecting range30 cm ~ 120 cmOperation voltageDC 9 ~ 16 VOperation currentMAX 300 mAOperation temperature-30°C ~ +80°C (-22°C ~ +176°C)Operation frequency48 ± 5 KHzEffective operating velocity10 KPH (6.

    Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2021 Service Manual: Components and Components Location

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