Kia Rio Manuals

Kia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection - Air Conditioning System - Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning - Kia Rio UB 2012-2025 Service ManualKia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor Inspection

1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect ambient temperature sensor.
3.
Check the resistance of ambient temperature sensor between terminal “+” and “-” whether it is changed by changing of the ambient temperature.


Specification
Ambient temperature [°C(°F)]
 Resistance [kΩ]
 Voltage [V]
-30(-22)
 507
 4.720
-20(-4)
 284.5
 4.522
-10(14)
 164.2
 4.225
0 (32)
 97.5
 3.821
10 (50)
 59.6
 3.322
20 (68)
 37.46
 2.772
30(86)
 24.18
 2.227
40(104)
 16
 1.735
50(122)
 10.83
 1.323

4.
If the measured resistance is not within specification, substitute with a known-good ambient temperature sensor and check for proper operation.
5.
Replace the ambient temperature sensor if it is proved that there is a problem with the sensor.
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 engine room RH side under cover. (Refer to EM group - “Engine and Transax ...

See also:

Temperature Control Actuator Description
The heater unit includes mode control actuator and temperature control actuator. The temperature control actuator is located at the heater unit. It regulates the temperature by the proced ...

LCD display warning (if equipped)
For vehicle’s equipped with smart key system Key is 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 ...

Weight Classification System (WCS) Installation
   WCS(Weight Classification System) is utilizing a robust weight measuring technology. Thus, if any of the following condi ...

Categories


Copyright © www.kirmanual.com 2014-2025