Kia Optima DL3: Air Conditioning System / In-car Sensor

Description and operation

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 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 from freezing by excessive cooling.

    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.

    Other information:

    Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Heater Unit

    Components and components location Component Location 1. Heater unit assembly Compoents 1. Mode control actuator 2. Temperature control actuator [LH] 3. PTC Heater dummy 4.

    Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Climate Control Air Filter

    Description and operation Description The climate control air filter is located in the blower unit. It eliminates foreign materials and odor. The particle filter performs a role as an odor filter as well as a conventional dust filter to ensure comfortable interior environment.

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