Kia Stinger: Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning

Special service tools

Troubleshooting

Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components, first determine if the malfunction is due to lack of refrigerant, air flow or compressor.

Use the following table to find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the order of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace the corresponding parts.

After fixing the area of malfunction, check the complete system to ensure satisfactory performance.

Standard:

• Specifications
• Air Conditioning System
1. Compressor oil
2. Refrigerant Line
3. Compressor
4. Condenser
5. Receiver-Drier
6. A/C Pressure Transducer
7. Evaporator Core
8. Evaporator Temperature Sensor
9. In-car Sensor (DATC only)
10. Photo Sensor
11. Ambient Temperature Sensor
12. Auto Defogging Sensor (DATC only)
• Blower
1. Blower Unit
2. Blower Motor
3. Field Effect Transistor (DATC)
4. Climate Control Air Filter
5. Intake Actuator
• Controller
1. Heater & A/C Control Unit (DATC)
2. Heater Control Unit
• Heater
1. Heater Unit
2. Heater Core
3. Temperature Control Actuator
4. Mode Control Actuator
5. Auto Defoging Actuator
6. Console Temperature Control Actuator
7. Console ON/OFF Actuator