2017 KIA OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

SPORT mode indicator
light (if equipped)
This indicator light illumi‐nates:
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PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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The parking assist system assists the
driver during movement of the vehicle by chiming if any object is sensed with‐
in the distance of 100 cm (39 in.) in
front and 120 cm (47 in.) behind the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
and it is not intended to nor does it re‐
place the need for extreme care and attention of the driver.
The sensing range and objects detecta‐
ble by the sensors (
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Whenever moving pay as much atten‐
tion to what is in front and behind of you as you would in a vehicle without a
parking assist system.
WARNING
The parking assist system shouldonly be considered as a supplemen‐tary function. The driver must checkthe front and rear view. The opera‐tional function of the parking assistsystem can be affected by manyfactors and conditions of the sur‐roundings, so the responsibility restsalways with the driver.
Operation of the parking assist
system
Operating condition
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• This system activates when the parking assist system button is
pressed with the ignition switch ON.
• The indicator of the parking assist system button turns on automatical‐
ly and activates the parking assist
system when you shift the gear to
the R (Reverse) position. It will turn
off automatically when you drive above 30 km/h (18.6 mph) (If SPAS
equipped)

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• The sensing distance while backingup is approximately 120 cm (47 in.)
when you are driving less than 10 km/h (6.2 mph).
• 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 closestone will be recognized first.
• The side sensors are activated when you shift the gear to the R (Reverse)
position.
• If the vehicle speed is above 20 km/h, the system automatically turns off.
To activate again, push the button.
NOTICE
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Type of warning indicator and sound
: with warning sound
Distance from object
Warning indicator
Warning soundWhen drivingforwardWhen drivingrearward
100 cm~61 cm Front
- Buzzer beeps intermittently
120 cm~61 cm Rear -
Buzzer beeps intermittently
60 cm~31 cm Front
Buzzer beeps frequently
Rear - Buzzer beeps frequently
30 cm Front
Buzzer sounds continuously
Rear - Buzzer sounds continuously
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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CAUTION
•This system can only sense objects within the range and location of the sensors.It cannot detect objects in other areas where sensors are not installed. Also, small or slim objects, such as poles or ob‐jects located between sensors may not be detected by the sensors.Always visually check behind the vehicle when backing up.
•Be sure to inform any drivers of the vehicle that may be unfamiliar with the system regarding the systems capabilitiesand limitations.

Non-operational conditions of
parking assist system
Parking assist system may not
operate normally when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (Itwill operate normally when mois‐
ture melts.)
2. Sensor is covered with foreign mat‐ ter, such as snow or water, or the
sensor cover is blocked. (It will op‐
erate normally when the material
is removed or the sensor is no lon‐
ger blocked.)
3. The parking assist button is off.
There is a possibility of parking
assist system 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 motor‐
cycle engines, or truck air brakes
can interfere with the sensor.
3. Heavy rain or water spray.
4. Wireless transmitters or mobile phones present near the sensor.
5. Sensor is covered with snow.
Detecting range may decrease
when:
1. Outside air temperature is ex‐ tremely hot or cold. 2. Undetectable objects smaller than
1 m and narrower than 14 cm in di‐
ameter.
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.
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NOTICE
1.The warning may not sound se‐
quentially depending on the
speed and shapes of the objects
detected.
2.The parking assist system may
malfunction if the vehicle bump‐
er height or sensor installation
has been modified. Any non-fac‐
tory installed equipment or ac‐
cessories may also interfere
with the sensor performance.
3.Sensor may not recognize ob‐
jects less than 30 cm from the
sensor, or it may sense an incor‐
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.
NOTICE
This system can only sense objects
within the range and location of the
sensors, it can not detect objects in
other areas where sensors are not
installed. Also, small or slim objects,
or objects located between sensors
may not be detected.
Always visually check in front and
behind the vehicle when driving. Be
sure to inform any drivers in the ve‐
hicle that may be unfamiliar with
the system regarding the systems
capabilities and limitations.
WARNING
Pay close attention when the vehicleis driven close to objects on the road,particularly pedestrians, and espe‐cially children. Be aware that someobjects may not be detected by thesensors, due to the objects distance,size or material, all of which can lim‐it the effectiveness of the sensor.Always perform a visual inspection
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to make sure the vehicle is clear ofall obstructions before moving thevehicle in any direction.
Self-diagnosis
When you shift the gear to the R (Re‐
verse) position and if one or more of the below occurs you may have a mal‐
function in the rear parking assist sys‐
tem. • You don't hear an audible warning sound or if the buzzer sounds inter‐mittently.
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is displayed (if equipped).
If this occurs, we recommend that the
system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does notcover any accidents or damage to
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the vehicle or injuries to its occu‐pants related to a parking assistsystem. Always drive safely andcautiously.
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SMART PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (SPAS) (IF EQUIPPED)
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The Smart Parking Assist System helps
drivers park their vehicle by using sen‐ sors to measure parking spaces, control
the steering wheel to semi-automati‐
cally park the vehicle and provide in‐ struction on the LCD display to help
through parking.
Additionally, the system provides assis‐
tance when leaving (parallel exit) a parking space. ❈ The volume for the Smart Parking
Assist System can be adjusted. Re‐
fer to L