Kia Optima Hybrid: Air Conditioning System / Ambient Sensor Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Ignition "OFF" |
| 2. |
Disconnect ambient temperature sensor. |
| 3. |
Check the resistance of ambient temperature sensor between
terminals 1 and 2 whether it is changed by changing of the ambient
temperature.
Specification
|
| 4. |
If the measured resistance is not specification, substitute
with a known-good ambient temperature sensor and check for proper
operation. |
| 5. |
If the problem is corrected, replace the ambient temperature sensor. |
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remove the under cover (A).
|
| 3. |
Disconnect the connector and then remove the ambient temperature sensor (A).
|
| 4. |
Installation is the reverse order of removal. |
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