Get Features of your vehicle -> Parking distance warning Guide for Kia Sportage SUV 2020

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PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (IF EQUIPPED)

■ Rear

This system is a supplemental sys-

Operation of the parking dis-

tance warning

tem and it is not intended to nor does

it replace the need for extreme care

and attention of the driver.

Operating condition

The sensing range and objects

detectable by the sensors (➀) are

limited. Whenever moving pay as

much attention to what is in front and

behind of you as you would in a vehi-

cle without a parking distance warn-

ing.

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■ Front

WARNING

The parking distance warning is

a supplementary function only.

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The operation of the parking

distance warning can be affect-

ed by several factors (including

environmental conditions).

• This system activates when the

parking distance warning button is

pressed with the ignition switch

ON.

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It is the responsibility of the

driver to always check the front

and rear views before and while

parking.

• The indicator of the parking dis-

tance warning button turns on

automatically and activates the

parking distance warning when

you shift the gear to the R

(Reverse) position.

The parking distance warning assists

the driver during movement of the

vehicle by chiming if any object is

sensed within the distance of 100 cm

(39 in.) in front and 120 cm (47 in.)

behind the vehicle.

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• The sensing distance while back- Type of warning indicator and sound

ing up is approximately 120 cm (47

: with Warning sound

in.) when you are driving less than

10 km/h (6.2 mph).

Warning indicator

Distance

from object

• The sensing distance while moving

forward is approximately 100 cm

(39 in.) when you are driving less

than 10 km/h (6.2 mph).

• When more than two objects are

sensed at the same time, the clos-

est one will be recognized first.

• The side sensors are activated

when you shift the gear to the R

(Reverse) position.

Warning sound

When driving

forward

When driving

rearward

100 cm ~ 61 cm

(39 in ~ 24 in)

Buzzer beeps

intermittently

Front

Rear

120 cm ~ 61 cm

(47 in ~ 24 in)

Buzzer beeps

intermittently

Buzzer beeps

frequently

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

• If the vehicle speed is above 20

km/h (12.4 mph), the system auto-

matically turns off. To activate

again, push the button.

60 cm ~ 31 cm

(23 in ~ 12 in)

Buzzer beeps

frequently

Buzzer sounds

continuously

30 cm (11 in)

Buzzer sounds

continuously

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NOTICE

• The actual warning sound and indicator may differ from the illustration

according to objects or sensor status.

• Do not wash the vehicle's sensor with high pressure water.

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There is a possibility of parking

distance warning malfunction

when:

1. Driving on uneven road surfaces

such as unpaved roads, gravel,

bumps, or gradient.

2. Objects generating excessive

noise such as vehicle horns, loud

motorcycle engines, or truck air

brakes can interfere with the sen-

sor.

3. The weather conditions produce

heavy rain or water spray

Non-operational conditions of

parking distance warning

✽

NOTICE

• This system can only sense objects

within the range and location of

the sensors. It cannot detect

objects in other areas where sen-

sors are not installed. Also, small

or slim objects, such as poles or

objects located between sensors

may not be detected by the sen-

sors. Always visually check behind

the vehicle when backing up.

Parking distance warning may

not operate normally when:

1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It

will operate normally when mois-

ture melts.)

2. Sensor is covered with foreign

matter, such as snow or water, or

the sensor cover is blocked. (It will

operate normally when the materi-

al is removed or the sensor is no

longer blocked.)

3. Sensor is stained with foreign mat-

ter such as snow or water.

(Sensing range will return to nor-

mal when Cleaned.)

• Be sure to inform any drivers of

the vehicle that may be unfamiliar

with the system regarding the sys-

tems capabilities and limitations.

4. Wireless transmitters or mobile

phones are present near the sen-

sor.

5. Sensor is covered with snow.

4.The parking distance warning

button is off.

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Detecting range may decrease

when:

1. Outside air temperature is

extremely hot or cold.

2. Undetectable objects smaller than

1 m and narrower than 14 cm in

diameter.

✽

NOTICE

1. The warning may not sound This system can only sense objects

sequentially depending on the speed within the range and location of the

and shapes of the objects detected.

sensors, it can not detect objects in

2. The parking distance warning other areas where sensors are not

may malfunction if the vehicle installed. Also, small or slim objects,

bumper height or sensor installa- or objects located between sensors

tion has been modified. Any non- may not be detected.

factory installed equipment or Always visually check in front and

accessories may also interfere behind the vehicle when driving.

The following objects may not be

recognized by the sensor:

1. Sharp or slim objects such as

ropes, chains or small poles.

2. Objects, which tend to absorb sen-

sor frequency such as clothes,

spongy material or snow.

with the sensor performance.

Be sure to inform any drivers in the

3. Sensor may not recognize objects vehicle that may be unfamiliar with

less than 30 cm (12 in.) from the the system regarding the systems

sensor, or it may sense an incor- capabilities and limitations.

rect distance. Use with caution.

4. When the sensor is frozen or stained

with snow or water, the sensor may

be inoperative until the stains are

removed using a soft cloth.

5. Do not push, scratch or strike the

sensor with any hard objects that

could damage the surface of the

sensor. Sensor damage could occur.

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Self-diagnosis

WARNING

When you shift the gear to the R

(Reverse) position and if one or more

of the below occurs you may have a

malfunction in the parking distance

warning-reverse.

• You don't hear an audible warning

sound or if the buzzer sounds inter-

mittently.

Pay close attention when the

vehicle is driven close to

objects on the road, particularly

pedestrians, and especially

children. Be aware that some

objects may not be detected by

the sensors, due to the objects

distance, size or material, all of

which can limit the effective-

ness of the sensor. Always per-

form a visual inspection to

make sure the vehicle is clear of

all obstructions before moving

the vehicle in any direction.

•

is displayed. (if equipped)

(blinks)

If this occurs, we recommend that the

system be checked by an authorized

Kia dealer.

✽

NOTICE

Your new vehicle warranty does not

cover any accidents or damage to

the vehicle or injuries to its occu-

pants related to a parking distance

warning. Always drive safely and

cautiously.

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