Kia Cee'd: Troubleshooting / Ambient Temperature Sensor Description and operation

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, and decrease with higher temperature.

The sensor output will be used for discharge temperature control, temperature regulation door control, blower motor level control, mix mode control and in-car humidity control.

Photo Sensor Repair procedures

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

Ambient Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor. 3. Check the re ...

Other information:

Kia Cee'd JD Owners Manual: For vehicle’s equipped with smart key system
Key not in vehicle If the smart key is not in the vehicle and if any door is opened or closed with the engine start/stop button in the ACC, ON, or START position, the warning illuminates on the LCD display. Also, the chime sounds for 5 seconds when the smart key is not in the vehicle ...

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Repair procedures
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