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Repair Procedures: Inspection

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the intake actuator connector.
  3. Verify that the actuator operates to the recirculation position when 12V is connected to terminal 3 and ground to terminal 7.

    Verify that the intake actuator operates to the recirculated air position when connected in reverse.

    Fig 1: Checking Intake Actuator Operates To Recirculated Air Position
    G11938456Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the intake actuator connector.
  5. Turn the ignition switch ON.
  6. Check the voltage between terminals 5 and 6.
    VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION

    Door Position Voltage (V) Error Detecting
    Fresh air 0.3±0.15 Low voltage: 0.1V or less
    Recirculated air 4.7±0.15 High voltage: 4.9V or more

    It will feedback the current position of the actuator to controls.

  7. If the intake actuator does not operate well, substitute with a verified intake actuator and check for proper operation. Use the replaced actuator if it performs well.