Surround View Monitor Malfunction and limitations
Surround View Monitor Malfunction
When Surround View Monitor is not working properly, or the screen flickers, or the camera image does not display normally, have the function inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Limitations of Surround View Monitor
When the vehicle is stopped for a long time in winter or when the vehicle is parked in an indoor parking lot, the exhaust fumes may temporarily blur the image.
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The screen may be displayed abnormally, and an icon will appear at the top left side of the screen under the following circumstances:
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The trunk is opened.
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The driver or front passenger door is opened.
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The outside rearview mirror is folded.
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Always look around your vehicle to make sure there are no objects or obstacles before moving the vehicle. What you see on the screen may differ from the actual vehicle's location.
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The camera used for the rear monitor is a wide-angle lens. Since the distorted image is corrected and used, there may be a difference with the distance of the actual object.
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Surround View Monitor is designed to be used on a flat surface. Therefore, if used on roads with different heights such as curbs and speed bumps, the image in the screen my not look correct.
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If the camera lens is covered with foreign material, Surround View Monitor may not operate normally.
Always keep the camera lens clean. However, do not use chemical solvents such as strong detergents containing high alkaline or volatile organic solvents (gasoline, acetone etc.). This may damage the camera lens.
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If the rear view is on while driving, the function is maintained regardless of the vehicle speed.
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If you reverse when the rear view is on while driving, it will change to the rear view screen.