Kia Optima: Air Conditioning System / In-car Sensor
Description and operation
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 resistance value which changes in accordance with perceived
inside temperature, is delivered to heater control unit and according to this signal
the control unit regulates in-car temperature to intended value.
Description and operation
Description
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator core temperature
and interrupt compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator ...
Description and operation
Description
The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.
The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The sol ...
Other information:
High mounted stop lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the high mounted stop lamp (LED) does not operate, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit ...
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally,
corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions,
tire wear will be held to a minimum.
Driving at night
Because night driving presents more hazards ...