Lane Keeping Assist malfunction and limitations
Lane Keeping Assist malfunction
When Lane Keeping Assist is not working properly, the warning message will appear and the yellow () indicator light will appear on the cluster.
If this occurs, have the function inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends that you visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Lane Keeping Assist disabled
If foreign materials such as snow or rain block the sensors or the windshield where the front view camera is located, the detecting performance may be reduced, resulting in Lane Keeping Assist temporarily limited or disabled.
In this case, a warning message is displayed with the Master warning light () and the yellow Lane safety warning lights () on the cluster. This is normal operation.
Lane Keeping Assist will operate properly after cleaning snow, rain or foreign materials. Always keep it clean.
If Lane Keeping Assist still does not operate properly after cleaning foreign materials (snow, rain, etc.) or removing obstructions (including trailer, carrier, etc. from the rear bumper), have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
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Even though the warning message or warning light does not appear on the cluster, Lane Keeping Assist may not properly operate.
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Even after starting the vehicle again, Lane Keeping Assist may not function properly when the obstruction or malfunction condition persists.
You can check it in the service message of the utility information view of the cluster display window.
Limitations of Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist may not operate properly or may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:
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The lane is contaminated or difficult to detect because:
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The lane markings (or road edges) are covered with rain, snow, dirt, oil, etc.
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The color of the lane marking (or road edges) is not distinguishable from the road
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There are markings (or road edges) on the road near the lane or the markings (or road edges) on the road look similar to the lane markings (or road edges)
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The lane marking (or road edges) is indistinct or damaged
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When the shadow of objects around the road (central reservation, crash barrier, noise barrier, surrounding bushes, etc.) or the shadow of a vehicle covers the lane.
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The lane number increases or decreases, or the lane markings (or road edges) are crossing
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There are more than two lane markings (or road edges) on the road
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The lane markings (or road edges) are complicated or a structure substitutes for the lines, such as a construction area
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There are road markings, such as zigzag lanes, crosswalk markings and road signs
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The lane suddenly disappears, such as at the intersection
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The lane (or road width) is very wide or narrow
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There is a road edge without a lane
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There is a boundary structure in the roadway, such as a tollgate, sidewalk, curb, etc.
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The distance to the front vehicle is extremely short or the vehicle in front is covering the lane marking (or road edge)
For more details on the limitations of the front view camera, refer to More Details.
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The driver should hold the responsibility to safely drive and control the vehicle. Do not solely rely on Lane Keeping Assist and drive dangerously.
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The operation of Lane Keeping Assist can be canceled or not work properly depending on road conditions and surroundings. Always be cautious while driving.
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Refer to More Details. if the lane is not detected properly.
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When you are towing a trailer or another vehicle, turn off Lane Keeping Assist for safety reasons.
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If the vehicle is driven at high speed, the steering wheel will not be controlled. The driver must always follow the speed limit when using Lane Keeping Assist.
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If any other function's warning message is displayed or audible warning is generated, Lane Keeping Assist warning message may not be displayed and audible warning may not be generated.
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You may not hear the warning sound of Lane Keeping Assist if the surrounding is noisy. Adjust the vehicle volume moderately and always pay attention to the surrounding.
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If you attach objects to the steering wheel, steering may not be assisted properly.
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Lane Keeping Assist may not operate for approximately 15 seconds after the vehicle is started, or the front view camera is initialized.
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Lane Keeping Assist will not operate when:
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The turn signal or hazard warning flasher is turned on.
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The vehicle is not driven in the center of the lane when Lane Keeping Assist is turned on or right after changing a lane.
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ESC (Electronic Stability Control) or VSM (Vehicle Stability Management) is activated.
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The vehicle is turning quickly on a curved road.
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Vehicle speed is below 55 km/h (35 mph) or above 210 km/h (130 mph).
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The vehicle makes sharp lane changes.
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The vehicle brakes suddenly.
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