Kia Optima: Air Conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor
Description and operation
The auto defogging sensor is installed on the front window glass. The sensor
judges and sends signal if moisture occurs to blow out wind for defogging. The air
conditioner control module receives signal from the sensor and restrains moisture
and eliminate defog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator,
blower motor rpm, and mode actuator.

Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the inside rear view mirror cover (A),(B).


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Separate the auto defogging sensor connector (A) and remove the auto
defogging sensor (B).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure connectors are connected properly.
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Description and operation
Description
The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects
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Components and components location
Components Location
1. Condenser
Description and operation
Description
The cluster ionizer makes disin ...
Other information:
■ Type A
■ Type B
• Press the lens (1) to turn ON the map lamp.
To turn the map lamp OFF press the lens (1) again.
• (2) : DOOR mode
- The map lamp and room lamp come on when a door is opened. The lamps go out
after approximately 30 seconds.
- The map lamp and room lamp come on f ...
Schematic diagrams
Connector and Terminal function
Pin
Function
1
Ground
2
LED charging lamp (Green)
3
LED charging lamp (Amber)
4
-
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