Warning message and system control
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) System
If the vehicle detected by the sensors approaches from the rear left/right side of your vehicle, the warning chime will sound, the warning light on the outside rearview mirror will blink and a message will appear on the LCD display. If the rear view monitor system is in activation, a message will also appear on the audio or multimedia screen.
The warning will stop when:
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The vehicle moving at the rear left/right side of your vehicle is not in the detection range.
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The vehicle is right behind your vehicle.
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The vehicle is not driving towards your vehicle.
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The vehicle’s approaching speed is decreased.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance (RCCA) System
If the risk of collision is detected while the RCCW is generated, brake is controlled. The instrument cluster will inform the driver of the brake control. If the rear view monitor system is in activation, a message will also appear on the audio or multimedia screen.
After the brake control the driver must immediately depress the brake pedal and check the surroundings.
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The brake activation by the system lasts for about 2 seconds only.
The driver must pay attention as the brake is disengaged after the time.
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The brake control by the system is cancelled if the driver depresses the pedal with sufficient power.
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Brake control is activated once for each right/left approach after shifting the shift lever to R (Reverse).
The brake control may not operate properly according to the status of the ESC (Electronic Stability Control). The same warning message is displayed on the instrument cluster for this case also.
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When the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) warning light is on.
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When the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is engaged in a different function.
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When the operation condition of the Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning System is satisfied the warning will occur every time a vehicle approaches the side/rear ofyour stopped (0 km/h vehicle speed) vehicle.
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The system's warning or brake may not operate properly if the left/right of your vehicle's rear bumper is obscured by a vehicle or obstacle.
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The driver should always exercise extreme caution while operating the vehicle, whether or not the warning light on the outside rearview mirror illuminates or there is a warning alarm.
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Playing the vehicle audio system at high volume may prevent you from hearing the system's warning sounds.
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The warning of the Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning System may not sound while other system's warning sounds.
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If any other warning sound such as seat belt warning chime is already generated, the Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning system warning may not sound.
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Drive safely even though the vehicle is equipped with a Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning System and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision- Avoidance Assist System. Do not solely rely on the system but check your surrounding when backing the vehicle up.
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The driver is responsible for accurate brake control.
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Always exercise extreme caution while driving. The Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning System and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision- Avoidance Assist System may not operate properly or unnecessarily operate in accordance with your driving situations.
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The Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist System is not a substitute for safe driving practices, but a convenience function only. It is the responsibility of the driver to always drive cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Detecting Sensor
The rear radars are the sensors inside the rear bumper for detecting the side/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 system may turn off due to strong electromagnetic waves.
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Always keep the sensors clean.
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NEVER arbitrarily 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.
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to contact 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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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.
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If any of these conditions occur, the light on the BCW switch and the system will turn off automatically.
When the 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 sensor is located. Remove any dirt, snow, or foreign material that could interfere with the radar sensors.
After any dirt or debris is removed, the RCCA system should operate normally after about 10 minutes of driving the vehicle.
If the system still does not operate normally, have your vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
If there is a problem with the BCW system, a warning message will appear and the light on the switch will turn off. The system will turn off automatically. RCCW and RCCA will not operate also if the BCW system turns off due to malfunction. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.