Detecting sensors (Front view camera and Rear corner radar)
Front view camera
The front view camera is a sensor detecting the lane. If the sensors are covered with snow, rain or foreign substance, the system may temporarily be canceled and not work properly. The system may also be canceled due to the degradation of the sensor's detection performance. Always keep the sensor clean.
Refer to More Details for cautions for the front view camera.
Rear corner radar
The rear corner radars are the sensors inside the rear bumper for detecting the side and rear areas. Always keep the rear bumper clean for proper operation of the system.
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The system may not work properly when the bumper has been damaged, or if the rear bumper has been replaced or repaired.
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The sensing range differs somewhat according to the width of the road. When the road is narrow, the system may detect other vehicles in the next lane.
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The system may turn off due to strong electromagnetic waves.
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Always keep the sensors clean.
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NEVER disassemble the sensor component nor apply any impact on the sensor component.
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Be careful not to apply unnecessary force on the radar sensor or sensor cover. If the sensor is forcibly moved out of proper alignment, the system may not operate correctly. In this case, a warning message may not be displayed.
We recommend that you have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
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Do not apply foreign objects such as a bumper sticker or a bumper guard near the radar sensor or apply paint to the sensor area. Doing so may adversely affect the performance of the sensor.
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NEVER install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, nor tint the front windshield.
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Pay special attention to keep the camera sensor out of water.
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NEVER place any reflective objects (i.e., white paper, mirror) over the crash pad. Any light reflection may cause a malfunction of the system.
Warning message
Blind-Spot Collision Warning system disabled. Radar blocked
This warning message may appear when:
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One or both of the sensors on the rear bumper is blocked by dirt or snow or a foreign object.
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Driving in rural areas where the sensor does not detect another vehicle for an extended period of time.
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When there is inclement weather such as heavy snow or rain.
If any of these conditions occur, the system will turn off automatically.
When BCW canceled warning message is displayed in the cluster, check to make sure that the rear bumper is free from any dirt or snow in the areas where the radar sensors are located. Remove any dirt, snow, or foreign material that could interfere with the radar sensors.
After any dirt or debris is removed, the system should operate normally after about 10 minutes of driving the vehicle.
If BCW/BCA still does not operate normally, we recommend that you have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Turn off BCW, BCA and RCCW system when a trailer or carrier is installed.
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Deactivate BCW and BCA system by selecting "User Settings → Driver Assistance → Blind-Spot Safety → Off".
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Deactivate RCCA system by deselecting 'User Settings → Driver Assistance → Parking safety → Rear Cross-Traffic Safety.
If your vehicle is equipped with an infotainment system, you can learn how to setup on the website via QR code in the infotainment quick reference guide.
Check Blind-Spot Collision Warning system
If there is a problem with BCW system, a warning message will appear. The system will turn off automatically. BCA will not operate also if BCW system turns off due to malfunction. We recommend that you have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Check Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system
If there is a problem with BCA system, a warning message will appear. The system will turn off automatically. We recommend that you have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.