Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW): (if equipped)

Reverse Parking Distance Warning will warn the driver if an obstacle is detected when the vehicle is backing up at low speeds.

Detecting sensor

OBDM042001N

[1] : Rear ultrasonic sensors

Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensor.

WARNING
  • Reverse Parking Distance Warning may not operate normally when:

    • Moisture is frozen on the sensor

    • Sensor is covered with foreign matters, such as snow or water

    • Outside air temperature is extremely hot or cold.

    • Sensor components are arbitrarily removed.

    • The sensor is pushed, scratched or stuck with any hard and sharp objects that could damage the surface.

    • High pressure water is directly applied to ultrasonic sensor.

  • Reverse Parking Distance Warning may malfunction when:

    • Driving on uneven road, gravel roads or bushes

    • Objects that generates ultrasonic waves such as vehicle horns, loud motorcycle engine sound or truck air brakes are near the sensor

    • Heavy rain or water spray is present

    • Wireless transmitters or mobile phones are present near the sensor

    • The sensor is covered with snow

    • Affected by another vehicle's sensors

    • Water flows on the surface of the sensor

    • Installing the license plate differently from the original location

    • The vehicle bumper height or sensor installation has been modified.

    • Any non-factory equipment or accessories have been installed.

  • The function will operate normally when such foreign matters are removed.

  • The following objects may not be detected:

    • Sharp or slim objects, such as ropes, chains or small poles

    • Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency, such as clothes, spongy material or snow

    • Objects smaller than 100 cm (40 in) in length and narrower than 14 cm (6 in) in diameter

    • People, animal or objects located very close to the sensor.

  • The indicator may operate differently when the people, animal or obstacle is located between sensors.

  • Parking Distance Warning may not occur sequentially depending on vehicle speed or obstacle shape.

  • Have the function be checked by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.