Function malfunction and limitations
Function malfunction
The message will appear when Smart Cruise Control is not functioning normally. In this case, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the function checked.
Function disabled
When the front radar cover or sensor is covered with snow, rain, or foreign matters, it can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Smart Cruise Control.
If this occurs the 'SCC (Smart Cruise Control) disabled. Radar blocked' warning message, and warning lights will illuminate on the cluster.
The function will operate normally when such snow, rain or foreign matter is removed.
Even though the warning message does not appear on the cluster, Smart Cruise Control may not properly operate.
Smart Cruise Control may not properly operate in an area (e.g. open terrain), where any substance are not detected after turning ON the engine.