Kia Optima: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components, first determine if the
malfunction is due to the refrigerant charge, air flow or compressor.
Use the
table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the
priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary,
replace these parts.
After correcting the malfunction, check the complete system to ensure that performance
is satisfactory.
Standard:
Symptom
|
Suspect Area
|
No blower operation
|
| 4. |
Blower speed control
switch |
|
No air temperature control
|
| 1. |
Engine coolant capacity |
| 2. |
Heater control assembly |
|
No compressor operation
|
| 4. |
A/C pressure transducer |
| 6. |
Evaporator temperature
sensor |
|
No cool comes out
|
| 5. |
A/C pressure transducer |
| 6. |
Evaporator temperature
sensor. |
| 8. |
Heater control assembly |
|
Insufficient cooling
|
| 8. |
A/C pressure transducer |
| 9. |
Heater control assembly |
|
No engine idle-up when A/C switch ON
|
|
No air inlet control
|
| 1. |
Heater control assembly |
|
No mode control
|
| 1. |
Heater control assembly |
|
No cooling fan operation
|
|
Specification
Air Conditioner
Item
Specification
Compressor
Type
6VSX16 (External variable displacement)
Oil type & ...
Special Service Tools
Tool (Number and name)
Illustration
Use
09977-3R000
Disc & hub assembly bolt remover
Removal ...
See also:
Fan speed control
The ignition switch must be in the ON position for fan operation.
The fan speed control knob allows you to control the fan speed of the air flowing
from the ventilation system. To change the fan ...
Inspection (With GDS)
1.
Check BCM input/output specification
of multifunction switch using the GDS. If the specification is abnormal,
replace the lamp or wiper switch.
2.
If diagnosis is ...
Overdrive Clutch Control Solenoid Valve(OD/C_VFS). Description and Operation
Description
Overdrive clutch control solenoid valve(OD/C_VFS) is attached to the valve body.
This variable force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside
the overdrive clutc ...