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.

In car sensor (FATC only) Description

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 ...

Photo Sensor (FATC only) Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward photo sensor using a lamp, a ...

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Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Installation
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