Kia Rio: Photo Sensor (FATC only) Description
The photo sensor is located at the center of 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.

The In-car air temperature sensor is built in the heater & A/C control
unit.
The sensor contains a thermistor which measures the temperature of the
inside. The signal decided by the r ...
1.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
2.
Connect the GDS.
3.
Emit intensive light toward photo sensor using a lamp, a ...
See also:
Delivery Pipe Removal
In case of removing the high pressure fuel pump, high pressure
fuel pipe, delivery pipe, and injector, there may be inju ...
Rear Washer Motor Inspection
1.
With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the
reservoir tank with water.
2.
Remove the front bumper cover. (Refer to t ...
Component Location
1. Back view camera
2. AVN (AV & Navigation) head unit
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