Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual
Temperature Control Actuator Inspection
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8steps
~48min
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- Turn the ignition off.
- Disconnect the temperature control actuator connector.
- Check that the temperature control actuator operates to the heating position when 12 V is applied to terminal 3 and ground is connected to terminal 4. Check that the temperature control actuator operates to the cooling position when the connection is reversed. [Driver Side]

1. -
2. -
3. Cool Position
4. Warm Position5. Sensor (+5V)
6. Feedback Signal
7. Sensor Ground
[Passenger Side]
1. -
2. -
3. Warm Position
4. Cool Position5. Sensor Ground
6. Feedback Signal
7. Sensor (+5V) - Connect the temperature control actuator connector.
- Turn the ignition on.
- Check the voltage between the terminals.
A. Driver side: 6 and 7
SpecificationB. Passenger side: 5 and 6 Door Position Voltage (V) Fault Detection Max. Cool 0,3±0,15 Low voltage: 0.1 V or less
High voltage: 4.9 V or lessMax. Heat 4,7±0,15
It will report the current actuator position to the controls. - If the measured voltage does not meet the specification, replace with a known-good temperature control actuator and check that the operation is correct.
- Replace the temperature control actuator if it is determined to be faulty.
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