Kia Rio: Temperature Control Actuator Description

The heater unit includes mode control actuator and temperature control actuator.

The temperature control actuator is located at the heater unit. It regulates the temperature by the procedure as follows. Signal from control unit adjusts position of temperature door by operating temperature switch and then temperature will be regulated by the hot/cold air ratio decided by position of temperature door.

Heater Unit Replacement

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station. 3. ...

Temperature Control Actuator Inspection

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the temperature control actuator connector. 3. Verify that the t ...

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