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Detecting sensors (Front view camera / Front radar) (if equipped)

In order for Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist to operate properly, always make sure the sensor cover or sensor is clean and free of dirt, snow, and debris.
Front view camera
Front radar

Dirt, snow, or foreign substances on the sensor cover or sensor may adversely affect the sensing performance of the sensor.

NOTICE
  • Do not apply license plate molding or foreign objects such as a bumper sticker or a bumper guard near the radar sensor. Doing so may adversely affect the sensing performance of the radar.

  • Always keep the radar sensor and cover clean and free of dirt and debris.

  • Use only a soft cloth to wash the vehicle. Do not spray pressurized water directly on the sensor or sensor cover.

  • Be careful not to apply unnecessary force on the radar sensor or sensor cover. If the sensor is forcibly moved out of proper alignment, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate correctly. In this case, a warning message may not be displayed. We recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • If the front bumper becomes damaged in the area around the radar sensor, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate properly. We recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • Use only genuine parts to repair or replace a damaged sensor or sensor cover. Do not apply paint to the sensor cover.

NOTICE
  • NEVER install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, nor tint the front windshield.

  • NEVER locate any reflective objects (i.e. white paper, mirror) over the dashboard. Any light reflection may cause a malfunction of the function.

  • Pay extreme caution to keep the camera out of water.

  • NEVER disassemble the camera assembly, nor apply any impact on the camera assembly.

    If the sensor is forcibly moved out of proper alignment, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate correctly. In this case, a warning message may not be displayed. We recommend that the vehicle be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • Playing the vehicle audio system at high volume may offset the function warning sounds.

* For detailed sensor precautions, also refer to More Details.

NOTICE

We recommend that you have the function checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner when:

  • The windshield glass is replaced.

  • The radar sensor or cover gets damaged or replaced.

Warning message and warning light

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system disabled. Radar blocked

When the sensor cover is blocked with dirt, snow, or debris, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist operation may stop temporarily. If this occurs, a warning message will appear on the LCD display.

Remove any dirt, snow, or debris and clean the radar sensor cover before operating Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.

The function will operate normally when such dirt, snow or debris is removed.

However Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate in an area (e.g. open terrain), where any substances are not detected after turning ON the engine. Also, even though a warning message does not appear on the LCD display, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate.

WARNING

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not activate according to road conditions, inclement weather, driving conditions or traffic conditions.