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Active hood system (if equipped)

The active hood system can reduce a risk of injury to pedestrians by raising the hood in certain accident situations.The active hood system has the additional deformation space under the hood, which is made available for the subsequent head impact. When the active hood system is activated ;

  • The ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position and the vehicle speed is between about 25km/h (15.5 MPH) and 50 km/h (31 MPH).

  • The active hood system is designed to work in a frontal collision depending on the intensity, speed or angles of impact of the front collision.

NOTICE

Active hood system repair

  • If the active hood system has been activated, do not place the hood back by yourself. Have the system repaired by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • If you change or repair the front bumper, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.