Kia Cee'd: Troubleshooting / Photo Sensor Description and operation

The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.

The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The solar radiation received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive force in proportion to the amount of radiation received which is transferred to the automatic temperature control module so that the solar radiation compensation will be performed.

In car sensor (DATC only) 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 ...

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the GDS. 3. Emit intensive light toward the photo s ...

Other information:

Kia Cee'd Owners Manual: Light bulbs
WARNING - Working on the lights Prior to working on the light, firmly apply the parking brake, ensure that the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (smart key: turn off the engine) and turn off the lights to avoid sudden movement of the vehicle and burning your fingers ...

Kia Cee'd Owners Manual: Auto Start
To restart the engine from idle stop mode Press the clutch pedal when the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) position. A message "Press Clutch Pedal for Auto Start" will appear on the LCD display. The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP () indicator on the instrument clu ...