Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction
When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is not working properly, the 'Check Forward Safety system' warning message will appear, and the (
) and (
) warning lights will appear on the cluster. Have the function inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled
When the front windshield radar sensor, which is located in the front view camera, is covered with foreign material, such as snow or rain, it can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. It can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
If this occurs, the 'Forward Safety Function disabled. Camera obscured' or the 'Forward Safety Function disabled. Radar blocked' warning message, and the (
) and(
) warning lights will appear on the cluster.
The function will operate normally when snow, rain, or foreign matter is removed. Always keep it clean.
If the function does not operate normally after obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign material) is removed, have the function inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Even though the warning message or warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate.
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Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate in an area (e.g. open terrain), where any substance are not detected after turning ON the engine.