Hyundai Ioniq (AE): Air Conditioning System / Photo Sensor. Description and operation

Description
The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.
The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The solar radiation received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive force in proportion to the amount of radiation received which is transferred to the automatic temperature control module so that the solar radiation compensation will be performed.

    Diagnosis With GDS1.The heating, ventilation and air conditioning can be quickly diagnosed failed parts with vehicle diagnostic system (GDS).※ The diagnostic system (GDS) provides the following information.

    Inspection1.Turn the ignition switch ON.2.Connect the GDS.3.Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change.

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    Hyundai Ioniq (AE) 2017-2022 Service & Repair Manual: General safety information and caution

    Safety PrecautionPrecautions To Take Before Servicing High Voltage System    â€¢ Since hybrid vehicles contain a high voltage battery, if the high voltage system or vehicles are handled incorrectly, this might lead to a serious accidents like electric shock and electric leakage.

    Hyundai Ioniq (AE) 2017-2022 Service & Repair Manual: Schematic diagrams

    System Block DiagramComponent Parts and Function Outline Component part Function Vehicle-speed sensor, ESP/ABS Control ModuleConverts vehicle speed to pulse.VCUReceives signals from sensor and control switches.

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