Kia Optima Hybrid: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor Description and Operation

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual / Automatic Transaxle System / Automatic Transaxle Control System / Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor Description and Operation

Description

Transaxle oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic transaxle fluid''s temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an NTC (Negative Thermal Coefficient) sensor whose resistance has an inversely proportional relationship with the temperature level. Data produced by this sensor is used to identify clutch activation and deactivation zones within the low temperature and high temperature range and to compensate hydraulic pressure levels during gear changes.

Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Repair procedures

Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor Specifications

Specifications Type: Negative Thermal Coefficient Type Temp.(°C)°FResistance (k?)(-40)-4046.8(-20)-4.015.6(0)32.05.88(20)68.02.51(40)104.01.17(60)140.00.59(80)176.00.32(100)212.00.18(120)248.00.11(140)284.00.07(165)329.00.04 ...

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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Photo Sensor Description and Operation

Description 1. The photo sensor is located at the right of defrost nozzle. 2. 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 ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Repair procedures

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