Kia Soul: Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection
Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Air conditioning System / Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection
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Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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| 2. |
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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| 3. |
Disconnect ambient temperature sensor.
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| 4. |
Check the resistance of the ambient temperature sensor between
terminals 1 and 2 whether it changes by changing the ambient temperature.
Specification
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| 5. |
If the measured resistance is not within specification, substitute
with a known-good ambient temperature sensor and check for proper operation.
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| 6. |
Replace the ambient temperature sensor if it is proved that there
is a problem with the sensor.
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Ambient Temperature Sensor Description
The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser
and detects ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; resistance
will increase with lower temperature, ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
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See also:
Instrument Cluster Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the cluster fascia panel.
(Refer to Body - "Cluster F ...
Thermostat Removal
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing
a lowering of cooling efficiency.
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Glove box lamp
The glove box lamp comes on when the glove box is opened.
To prevent unnecessary charging system drain, close the glove box securely after
using the glove box. ...