If there is a problem with Reverse Parking Distance Warning or related functions and parts, a warning message is displayed on the cluster.

The contents of the warning can be checked in the service message of the utility information view of the cluster display window. If it still does not work properly, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

A: Check Parking Distance Warning System

Parking Distance Warning disabled

A: Parking Distance Warning system limited. Ultrasonic sensor blocked

The ultrasonic sensor is a sensor that detects objects around the vehicle. The Parking Distance Warning may be temporarily limited or may not operate if snow, rain, foreign substances, etc. get on the sensor. You can check the detection sensor blind warning target (ultrasonic sensor) in the service message of the utility information view in the cluster display window.

Parking Distance Warning will work normally if you remove the contamination from the recognition sensor. Always keep it clean.

If it still does not work properly even after you have removed the contamination, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTICE

• The Master warning light () is displayed in the target direction if a mal function or ultrasonic sensor is blocked while Parking Distance Warning is operating.

  

• You can check it in the service message of the utility information view of the cluster display window.

• Reverse Parking Distance Warning may not operate normally when:

  • Moisture is frozen to the sensor (Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate normally when it is melted.)

  • Sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or water (Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate normally when such foreign material are removed.)

  • The weather is extremely hot or cold

  • The sensor or sensor assembly is disassembled

  • The surface of the sensor is pressed hard or an impact is applied with a hard object

  • The surface of the sensor is scratched with a sharp object

  • The sensors or its surrounding area is directly sprayed with high pressure washer

• Reverse Parking Distance Warning may malfunction when:

  • Heavy rain or water spray is present

  • Water flows on the surface of the sensor

  • Affected by another vehicle's sensors

  • The sensor is covered with snow

  • Driving on uneven road, gravel roads or bushes

  • Objects that generates ultrasonic waves are near the sensor

  • Installing the license plate differently from the original location

  • The vehicle bumper height or ultrasonic sensor installation has been modified

  • Attaching equipments or accessories around the ultrasonic sensors

• The following objects may not be detected:

  • Sharp or slim objects, such as ropes, chains or small poles.

  • Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency, such as clothes, spongy material or snow.

  • Objects smaller than 100 cm (40 in) in length and narrower than 14 cm (6 in) in diameter.

  • Pedestrians, animals or objects that are very close to the ultrasonic sensors

WARNING

• Reverse Parking Distance Warning is a supplemental function. The operation of Reverse Parking Distance Warning can be affected by several factors (including environmental conditions). It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the rear view before and while parking.

• Your vehicle warranty does not cover any accidents or damage to the vehicle due to the malfunction of Reverse Parking Distance Warning.

• Pay close attention when driving near objects, pedestrians, and especially children. Some objects may not be detected by the ultrasonic sensors, due to the objects distance, size or material, all of which can limit the effectiveness of the sensor.

• Parking Distance Warning indicator may not occur sequentially depending on vehicle speed or obstacle shape.

• If Reverse Parking Distance Warning needs repair, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.