2020 KIA K900 Owners Manual

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NOTICE
• This system can only sense objects
within the range and location of
the sensors; It can not 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.
• Be sure to inform any drivers of the vehicle that may be unfamiliar
with the system regarding the sys-
tems capabilities and limitations.
Non-operational conditions of
Parking Distance Warning sys-
tem
Parking Distance Warning system
may not operate when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will operate normally when the ice
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. Driving on uneven road surfaces such as unpaved roads, gravel,
bumps, or gradients.
4. Objects generating excessive noise such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes can interfere with the sen-
sor.
5. The weather conditions produce heavy rain or water spray.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile phones present near the sensor.
Detecting range may decrease
when:
1. Outside air temperature is extremely hot or cold.
2. The sensor is covered with foreign matter such as snow or water.
(The sensing range will return to
normal when removed.)
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.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than 40 in. (1 m) and narrower than 5.5
in. (14 cm) in width.

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✽ ✽NOTICE
1. The warning may not sound
sequentially depending on the
speed and shapes of the objects
detected.
2. The Parking Distance Warning system system may malfunction if
the vehicle bumper height or sen-
sor installation has been modified.
Any non-factory installed equip-
ment or accessories may also
interfere with the sensor perform-
ance.
3. Sensor may not recognize objects less than 12 in. (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
vehicle that may be unfamiliar with
the system regarding the system's
capabilities and limitations.
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 effectiveness of
the sensor. Always perform a visual
inspection to make sure the vehicle
is clear of all obstructions before
moving the vehicle in any direction.

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Self-diagnosis
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 system system.
You don't hear an audible warning
sound or if the buzzer sounds inter-
mittently.
If this occurs, have the system
checked by an authorized K900 Kia
dealer.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
Your new vehicle warranty does not
cover any accidents or damage to
the vehicle or injuries to its occu-
pants. Always drive safely and cau-
tiously.
is displayed. (if equipped)
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Rear View Monitor system will acti-
vate with the ignition switch ON,
engine ON and the shift lever in the
R (Reverse) position.This system is a supplemental sys-
tem that shows the area behind the
vehicle on the audio screen while
backing up. If the vehicle is equipped
with a navigation system, then the
system will display the image on the
navigation screen. Also, the system
displays the area behind the vehicle
when the vehicle is in Neutral or
Drive if the following conditions are
met:
- IGN Status : ON
- Gearshift Status : D or N
- Rear view camera switch (1) : ON
This system is a supplemental sys-
tem only. It is the responsibility of
the driver to always check the
inside/outside rearview mirrors and
the area behind the vehicle before
and while backing up.
Always keep the camera lens clean. If the lens is covered with
foreign matter, the camera may not
operate normally. ❈
If your vehicle is equipped with
AVN (Audio, Video and Navigation)
system, rearview display will show
behind the vehicle through the
AVN monitor while backing-up.
Refer to a separately supplied
manual for detailed information.
REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM
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WARNING
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Backing & using monitor
Never rely solely on the rear view
monitor. You must always use
methods of viewing the area
behind you including looking
over each shoulders as well as
continuously checking all three
rear view mirrors. Due to the dif-
ficulty of ensuring that the area
behind you remains clear, always
back up slowly and stop immedi-
ately if you suspect that a per-
son, and especially a child, might
be behind you.

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Surround View Monitor (SVM) sys-
tem is not a substitute for proper and
safe parking procedures. Surround
View Monitor (SVM) system may not
detect every object surrounding the
vehicle. Always drive safely and use
caution when parking. Surround View Monitor (SVM) sys-
tem can assist in parking by allowing
the driver to see around the vehicle.
Push the button (1) into the [ON]
position to operate the system.
To cancel the system, push the but-
ton (1) again.
Operating conditions
- When the Engine Start/Stop
Button is ON position (When the
ISG Mode(if equipped) On,
Surround View Monitor (SVM) sys-
tem deactivates.)
- When the transmission is on D, N or R
When the vehicle moves back- wards, SVM system operates auto-
matically.
When the trunk and driver/passen- ger door are opened and the out-
side mirror is folded, a warning is
illuminated in SVM system.
If SVM system is not operating nor- mally, the system should be checked
by an authorized K900 Kia dealer.
SURROUND VIEW MONITOR (SVM) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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WARNING
Surround View Monitor (SVM)
system is a supplemental sys-
tem only. It is the responsibility
of the driver to always check the
area around the vehicle before
and while moving.

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BVM (Blind-Spot View Monitor) sys-
tem displays the rear and side views
of the vehicle on a center cluster
screen upon the driver’s activation of
the turn signal.
To turn on BVM system: Under con-
dition BVM system is enabled in the
settings(1) The ignition switch is turned to
the ON position.
(2) The turn signal is activated
(When Hazard warning switch is
pushed on, BVM system deacti-
vates.)
To turn off BVM system
(1) The ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.
(2) The turn signal is deactivated
(3) A warning screen pops up and takes priority over BVM system.
BLIND-SPOT VIEW MONITOR (BVM) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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■Type A
■Type B
WARNING
Blind-Spot View Monitor(BVM) system is a supplemen-
tal system only. It is the
responsibility of the driver to
always check the area around
the vehicle before and while
making turns or moving
lanes.
ALWAYS look around your vehicle to make sure there are
no objects or obstacles
before moving the vehicle in
any direction to prevent a col-
lision.
Objects are closer than they appear. Failure to visually
confirm that it is safe to
change lanes before doing so
may result in a crash and seri-
ous injury or death.
Always keep the camera lens clean. The camera may not
work properly if the lens is
covered with foreign material.

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Battery saver function
The purpose of this feature is to
prevent the battery from being dis-
charged if the lights are left in the
ON position. The system automati-
cally shuts off the parking lights 30
seconds after the ignition key is
removed and the driver’s door is
opened and closed.
With this feature, the parking lights will turn off automatically if the driver
parks on the side of the road at night
and opens the driver’s side door.
If necessary, to keep the parking
lights on when the ignition key is
removed, perform the following:
1) Open the driver-side door.
2) Turn the parking lights OFF and ON again using the light switch
on the steering column.
Daytime running light
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
can make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, and it is especially
helpful after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn the dedi-
cated lamp OFF when :
1.The headlight switch is on
- It includes that the headlight is onin the dark when the headlight
switch is in the auto light position.
2.The engine is off
3.The parking brake is engaged.
Lighting control
The light switch has a Headlight and
a Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of
the following positions:
(1) OFF position
(2) Auto light position
(3) Parking & Tail light
(4) Headlight position
LIGHTING
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Parking & Tail light ( )
When the light switch is in the park-
ing light position, the tail, license and
parking lights will turn ON.
Headlight position ( )
When the light switch is in the head-
light position, the head, tail, license
lights will turn ON.
✽ ✽NOTICE
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position to turn on the headlights.
Auto light/LBA position
When the light switch is in the AUTO
light position, the taillights and head-
lights will turn ON or OFF automati-
cally depending on the amount of
light outside the vehicle.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
Low Beam Assist (LBA) system, it
will also operate when the headlamp
is ON.
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