Kia Rio YB Quiz
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Cluster Ionizer (FATC Only)

In this manual: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
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Description and Operation

Description

The cluster ionizer helps eliminate odors in the vehicle or the air conditioning system.

When the ignition is on, the ionizer operates in the "CLEAN" mode, then in the "ION" mode, switching every 15 minutes.

In the "CLEAN" mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative and positive ions to remove odors from the air.

In the "ION" mode, the cluster ionizer generates negative ions and purifies the air inside the vehicle.

Repair Procedures

Inspection

  1. Press the MODE switch more than 4 times within 2 seconds while pressing the OFF switch at the same time.

    Display Description of Malfunction
    00 Normal
    50 Cluster Ionizer Generator Malfunction

    * For the diagnostic procedure, refer to the DTC chart.

Replacement

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

  2. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly")

  3. Disconnect the connector (A), then remove the cluster ionizer (B) after loosening the mounting screws.

  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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