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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2001-02 -> Charging System
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Use instructions provided with charging station. Follow these procedures to prevent charging station from being accidentally exposed to high-side vehicle system pressure:

  • Do no...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Condenser, Replace -> Optima -> Rio -> Sedona -> Sephia & Spectra -> Sportage
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Optima

Recover refrigerant as outlined under . Refer to Fig. for condenser replacement.

Rio

Recover refrigerant as outlined under . Refer to Fig. for condenser replacement.

Sedona

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Raise and support hood, then remove hood hinge bolts and the assembly.
  • Remove headlamp and combination lamp assemblies.
  • Remove fasteners and retaining bolts from top of bumper assembly.
  • Remove fasteners and retaining bolts from lower part of bumper assembly.
  • Remove two retaining bolts from sides o...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A/C Relay -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Ambient Temperature Sensor -> Blower Motor -> Blower, Condenser Fan & HI Blower Relays -> Clearing Trouble Codes -> Component Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Evaporator Temperature Sensor -> Photo Sensor -> Temperature Door Actuator -> Thermostatic Switch
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Turn ignition switch to On.
  • While pressing "AUTO" switch on climate control panel, press "AMB" switch four times within two seconds.
  • Display will blink three times within a 1/2 second to indicate system is in self-diagnosis mode.
  • Fault code will be displayed in 1/2 second durations, to obtain any additional fault codes, press "A/C" switch.
  • Continue to press "A/C" switch until all fault codes are displayed.
  • To exit self-diagnosis and return system to normal operation, press "OFF" switch.

Diagnostic Tro...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Manual A/C & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Component & Circuit Tests -> 2002 Spectra -> A/C & Condenser Fan Relays -> A/C & Heater Control Switch -> A/C Dual Pressure Switch -> A/C Thermocon -> Blower Motor -> Blower Motor Does Not Operate -> Blower Motor Does Not Operate At High Speed -> Blower Motor Operates At High Speed Only -> Blower Relay -> Blower Resistor -> Blower Switch -> Compressor Clutch -> FRESH/RECIRC Button -> Fresh/Recirculation Actuator & Switch -> Mix Actuator -> Mode Actuator -> Mode Control Switch -> Optima -> Optima & 2002 Spectra -> Optima, Rio, Sedona, Sephia & Spectra -> Optima, Rio, Sephia & Spectra -> Rio -> Rio, Sedona & 2002 Spectra -> Sedona -> Sephia & 2001 Spectra -> Sportage -> Thermostatic Switch
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

A/C & Condenser Fan Relays

Optima, Rio, Sephia & Spectra
  • Remove A/C or condenser fan relay.
  • Inspect for continuity between relay terminals as indicated, Fig. . If continuity is as specified, proceed to next step. If continuity is not as specified, replace relay.
  • Apply battery voltage to relay, then compare continuity between relay terminals as indicated, Fig. . If continuity is as specified, relay is satisfactory. If continuity is not as specified, replace relay.
Sedona
  • Disconnect A/C relay connector.
  • Inspe...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2002 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Manual A/C & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Troubleshooting -> A/C Intermittently Shuts Off -> A/C Low On Cooling -> A/C System Does Not Cool -> A/C System Does Not Operate -> Air Is Emitted But Is Not Cool -> Blower Motor Does Not Operate -> Compressor Clutch Does Not Operate -> Compressor Noise -> Condenser Fan & Compressor Clutch Do Not Operate -> Condenser Fan Does Not Operate -> Cool Air Flow Intermittent -> Insufficient Air Flow -> Insufficient Cooling -> Insufficient Cooling, No Cooling Or Cooling Intermittent -> Optima, Sedona, Sephia & Spectra -> Rio -> Sportage
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Sportage

Refer to Figs. through for troubleshooting procedures.

Optima, Sedona, Sephia & Spectra

Air Is Emitted But Is Not Cool
  • Magnetic clutch switch.
  • Refrigerant level low.
  • Clogged receiver drier.
  • Poor compressor compression.
  • Clogged expansion valve.
Insufficient Cooling
  • Refrigerant level low.
  • Clogged receiver drier.
  • Magnetic clutch switch.
  • Poor compressor compression.
  • Clogged condenser.
  • Excessive refrigerant.
  • Air in system.
  • Clogged expansion valve.
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