Kia Forte: Air Conditioning System / Auto Defogging Sensor
Description and operation
The auto defogging sensor is installed on the front window glass. The sensor
judges and sends signal if moisture occurs to blow out wind for defogging. The air
conditioner control module receives signal from the sensor and restrains moisture
and eliminate defog by controlling the intake actuator, A/C, auto defogging actuator,
blower motor rpm, and mode actuator.
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the auto defogging cover (A).

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3. |
Disconnect the connector (B) and then remove the auto defogging sensor
(A).

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4. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Description and operation
Description
The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects
ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; res ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front seat back frame assembly
2. Front seat cushion frame assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on ...
The sensor is designed to maintain a
certain distance from the front end of
the vehicle.
However, a sensor covered or dirty
with foreign substances, such as dirt
or snow, adversely affects the sensing
performance. It may even temporarily
cancel the FCA. Always keep
the sensor and it ...