Kia Sorento: In-car Sensor (DATC only) Description
An in-car air temperature sensor is located in the crash pad lower panel.
The sensor contains a thermistor which measures the temperature of the
inside. The signal decided by the resistance value which changes in accordance
with perceived inside temperature, is delivered to the heater control unit and
according to this signal the control unit regulates the in-car temperature to
the intended value.

1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the heater and blower assembly.
(Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit")
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1.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
2.
Blow air with changing temperature into the in-car sensor air
inlet. Measure the sensor resistance betwe ...
See also:
Piston and Connecting Rod Disassembly
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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Description
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) is located in the engine coolant
passage of the cylinder head for detecting the engine coolant temperature. The
ECTS uses a thermistor that changes re ...
Circuit Diagram
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