Kia Rio: Ambient Temperature Sensor / Cluster Ionizer (FATC only)
Description and operation
| Description |
The cluster ionizer helps to clean up odors in the vehicle or from the air-conditioner system.
When the ignition switch ON, the inoizer runs a "CLEAN" mode and then a "ION" mode, switching every about 15 minutes.
In the “CLEAN” mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative and positive ions to help clean smells from the air
In the "ION" mode, the cluster generates negative ions and cleans inside air of a vehicle.
Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Press the MODE switch more then 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the OFF switch.
* For diagnostic procedure, refer to DTC guide. |
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the cluster ionizer (B) after loosening the mounting screws.
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| 4. |
Installation is the reverse order of removal. |
Auto Defogging Sensor (FATC only)
Description and operation
Description
The Auto Defogging Sensor is installed on front windshild glass. The Auto Defogging
Sensor senses moisture on the windshild. The air conditioner c ...
Heater
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Other information:
Kia Rio 2017-2024 YB Service Manual: Air Conditioner Refrigerant/Compressor
Repair procedures Refrigerant System Service Basics (R-134a) Refrigerant Recovery Use only U.L.-listed service equipment that is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 when removing HFC-134a (R-134a) from the air conditioning system. ...
Kia Rio 2017-2024 YB Owners Manual: Odometer, Outside Temperature Gauge
Odometer The odometer indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven. You will also find the odometer useful to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed. - Odometer range : 0 ~ 1,599,999 km or 0 ~ 999,999 miles. Outside Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the ...
