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Detecting pedestrian or cyclist

The sensor may be limited when:

  • The pedestrian or cyclist is not fully detected by the camera recognition function, for example, if the pedestrian is leaning over or is not fully walking upright

  • The pedestrian or cyclist is moving very quickly or appears abruptly in the front view camera detection area

  • The pedestrian or cyclist is wearing clothing that easily blends into the background, making it difficult to be detected by the front view camera recognition function

  • The outside lighting is too bright (e.g. when driving in bright sunlight or in sun glare) or too dark (e.g. when driving on a dark rural road at night)

  • It is difficult to detect and distinguish the pedestrian or cyclist from other objects in the surroundings, for example, when there is a group of pedestrian, cyclists or a large crowd

  • There is an item similar in shape or appearance to a person

  • The pedestrian or cyclist is below the sensor's viewing range

  • The sensor can not identify the pedestrian's outline because of other items changing their profile, such as mobility assistance devices

  • The front view camera or front radar is obstructed by a foreign object or debris

  • Inclement weather such as heavy rain or snow obscures the field of view of the radar sensor or camera

  • When light coming from a street light or an oncoming vehicle is reflected on a wet road surface such as a puddle in the road

  • The field of view in front is obstructed by sun glare

  • The windshield glass is fogged up; a clear view of the road is obstructed

  • The adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations while driving

  • When the pedestrian or cyclist suddenly enters the path of travel of the vehicle

  • When the cyclist in front is riding perpendicular to the direction of travel

  • When there is any electromagnetic interference

  • When the cyclist is near areas containing metal objects such as a construction zone, railroad, etc.

  • If the bicycle material is not reflected well on the radar

  • When a pedestrian or cyclist’s height is small.

  • When a pedestrian or cyclist’s behavior is unstable.

  • When a pedestrian or cyclist suddenly interrupts in front of the vehicle.

  • When there are many pedestrian or cyclist.

  • When there is an object that reflects radar well. (such as a guardrail or a nearby vehicle)

WARNING

  • Do not use Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist when towing a vehicle. Application of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist while towing may adversely affect the safety of your vehicle or the towing vehicle.

  • Use extreme caution when the vehicle in front of you has cargo that extends rearward from the cab, or when the vehicle in front of you has higher ground clearance.

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to detect and monitor the vehicle ahead or detect a pedestrian or cyclist in the roadway through camera recognition and radar signals. It is not designed to detect bicycles, motorcycles, or smaller wheeled objects such as luggage bags, shopping carts, or strollers.

  • Never try to test the operation of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Doing so may cause severe injury or death.

  • If the front bumper, front glass, front view camera or front radar have been replaced or repaired, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • If the function detects an object that has a similar shape or characteristics of a vehicle or a pedestrian, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may operate.

NOTICE

In some instances, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may be canceled when subjected to electromagnetic interference.