Kia Soul: Electric A/C compressor Description and Operation
Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Electric A/C compressor Description and Operation
| Description |
Electric compressors improve the fuel efficiency and operates the air conditioner even when the engine has stopped.
| Operation Principle |
Compression Part
One of the scrolls is fixed while the other orbits
eccentrically without self-rotating, thereby to trap and pump
refrigerant in the pockets between the scrolls.
Motor Part
Converts electric power into a mechanical motion with Brushless DC Motor.
Control Part
Converts direct current to 3-phase alternating current and alters the compressor speed to cope with cooling demand.
Electric A/C compressor Components and Components Location
Components Location
[Without Heat Pump]
1. Electric A/C compressor
[With Heat Pump]
1. Electric A/C compressor
Components
1. Control Part2. Motor Part3. Compression Part
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Electric A/C compressor Repair procedures
Removal
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Be sure to read and follow the “General Safety Information
and Caution” before doing any work related with the high voltage
system. Failure t ...
See also:
Rear Seat Cushion Cover Component Location
1. Rear seat cushion cover
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Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. BCM & RF receiver2. Key warning switch3. Front door lock actuator & switch4. Rear door lock actuator & switch5. Tailgate open switch
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Fuel requirements
Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane
number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performa ...