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To turn cruise control off, do
one of the following:
Push the CRUISE button (the
CRUISE indicator light in the
instrument cluster will go off).
Turn the engine off when the vehi- cle is stopped and shifted into
Par k.
Both of these actions cancel ASCCoperation. If you want to resumeASCC operation, repeat the stepsprovided in “To set cruise controlspeed” on the previous page.
To set vehicle to vehicle dis-
tance:
This system allows you to set and
maintain the distance from the vehi-
cle ahead of you without pressing the
accelerator or brake pedal. The vehicle to vehicle distance will
automatically activate when the
ASCC is on.
Select the appropriate distance
according to road conditions and
vehicle speed.
Each time the button is pressed, the
vehicle to vehicle distance changes
as follows;
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For example, if you drive at 90 km/h
(56 mph), the distance is maintained
as follows;
Distance 4 - approximately 52.5 m
(172 feet)
Distance 3 - approximately 40 m
(130 feet)
Distance 2 - approximately 30 m
(98 feet)
Distance 1 - approximately 25 m
(82 feet)
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NOTICE
The 'Distance 4' is always set when
the system is used for the first time
after starting the engine.
■In ASCC mode■Except ASCC mode
The vehicle will maintain the set speed, when the lane ahead is clear.
The vehicle will slow down or speed up within selected speed to maintain
the selected distance, when there is a vehicle ahead of you in the lane. (A
vehicle will appear in front of your vehicle in the LCD display only when
there is an actual vehicle in front of you)
If the vehicle ahead speeds up, your vehicle will travel at a steady cruising speed after accelerating to the selected speed.
Distance 4 Distance 3
Distance 2 Distance 1
Distance 4
Distance 3
Distance 2
Distance 1
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The warning chime sounds and
malfunction indicator blinks if it is
hard to maintain the selected dis-
tance to the vehicle ahead.
If the warning chime sounds, actively adjust the vehicle speed by
depressing the brake pedal
according to the road condition
ahead and driving condition.
Even if the warning chime is not activated, always pay attention to
the driving conditions to prevent
dangerous situations from occur-
ring. If the vehicle ahead moves to the
next lane, the warning chime will
sound and a message will appear to
provide a supplemental alert to help
you avoid that risk.In traffic situation
In traffic, your vehicle will stop if the
vehicle ahead of you stops. Also, if
the vehicle ahead of you starts mov-
ing, your vehicle will start as well.
However, if the vehicle stops for
more than 3 seconds, you must
depress the accelerator pedal or
move the lever (to RES+ or SET-) to
start driving.
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Sensor to detect distance to
the vehicle ahead
The sensor detects distance to the
vehicle ahead.
If the sensor is covered with dirt or
other foreign matter, the vehicle to
vehicle distance control may not
operate correctly.
Always keep the sensor and bumper
clean.
Use only a genuine Kia sensor cover
for your vehicle.
Sensor malfunction indicator
If the sensor or cover is
dirty or obscured with
foreign matter such as
snow, the indicator will
illuminate. Clean the
sensor by using a soft
cloth.
ASCC malfunction indicator
The warning light illumi-
nates when the vehicle
to vehicle distance con-
trol system is not func-
tioning normally.
Take your vehicle to an
authorized Kia Premium
dealer and have the
system checked.
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Limitations of the system
The ASCC may have limits to its abil-
ity to detect distance to the vehicle
ahead due to road and traffic condi-
tions.
On curves
On curves, the ASCC may not
detect a moving vehicle in your
lane, and then your vehicle could
accelerate to the set speed. Also,
the vehicle speed will slow down
when the vehicle ahead is recog-
nized suddenly.
Select the appropriate set speed on curves and apply the brakes or
accelerator pedal if necessary.CAUTION
Do not install accessories around the sensor and do notreplace the bumper by your-self. It may interfere with thesensor performance.
To prevent sensor cover dam- age from occurring, wash thecar with a soft cloth.
Do not damage the sensor or sensor area by a strongimpact. If the sensor movesslightly off position, the ASCCwill not operate correctly.
If this occurs, have your vehi-cle checked by an authorizedKia Premium dealer as soonas possible.
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Your vehicle speed can be reduceddue to a vehicle in the adjacent
lane. Apply the accelerator pedal
and select the appropriate set
speed. Check to be sure that the
road conditions permit safe opera-
tion of the ASCC.
On inclines
During uphill or downhill driving,the ASCC may not detect a moving
vehicle in your lane, and cause
your vehicle to accelerate to the
set speed. Also, the vehicle speed
will slow down when the vehicle
ahead is recognized suddenly.
Select the appropriate set speed on inclines and apply the brakes or
accelerator pedal if necessary.
Lane changing
A vehicle which moves into yourlane from an adjacent lane cannot
be recognized by the sensor until it
is in the sensor's detection range.
The sensor may not detect imme- diately when a vehicle cuts in sud-
denly. Always pay attention to the
traffic, road and driving conditions.
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If a vehicle which moves into your
lane is slower than your vehicle,
your speed may decrease to main-
tain the distance to the vehicle
ahead.
If a vehicle which moves into your lane is faster than your vehicle,
your vehicle will accelerate to the
selected speed.Vehicle recognition
Some vehicles ahead in your lane
cannot be recognized by the sensor
as follows:
- Narrow vehicles such as motorcy-cles or bicycles
- Vehicles offset to one side
- Slow-moving vehicles or sudden- decelerating vehicles
- Stopped vehicles
- Vehicles with small rear profile such as trailers with no loads A vehicle ahead cannot be recog-
nized correctly by the sensor if any of
following occurs:
- When the vehicle is pointing
upwards due to overloading in the
trunk
- When operating the steering wheel
- When driving to one side of the lane
- When driving on narrow lanes or on curves
Apply the brakes or accelerator
pedal if necessary.
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A vehicle moving in front of you with
a quick lane change may close dis-
tance on your vehicle so suddenly as
to exceed the ASCC reaction ability.
Always be prepared to provide direct
control of your vehicle in the event of
such unexpected and sudden situa-
tions.
WARNING- ASCC
Emergency Stops
If an emergency stop is neces-
sary, you must apply the brakes
and not rely on the ASCC.
WARNING- ASCC
Following Distance
Keep a safe distance according
to road conditions and vehicle
speed. If the vehicle to vehicle
distance is too close during
high-speed driving, it may cause
a serious collision.
CAUTION
The ASCC may not operate tem- porarily due to electrical inter-ference.