2020 KIA OPTIMA warning light

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The system will activate when:
1. The BCW system is on.
2. The vehicle speed is above about
30 km/h (20 mph).
3. Other vehicles are detected in blind spot.Warning indicator and sound
First stage alert
If a vehicle is detected within the
boundary of the system, a yellow
warning light will illuminate on the
outside rearview mirror.
If the detected vehicle is not in detec-
tion range, the warning will be turned
off according to the driving condi-
tions of the vehicle. Second stage alert
A warning alarm to alert the driver
will activate when:
1. A vehicle has been detected in the
blind spot area by the radar sys-
tem (the warning light will illumi-
nate on the outside rearview mir-
ror (i.e., in the first stage alert)
AND
2. The turn signal is on to change a lane (same side as where the
vehicle is being detected)
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When the second stage alert is acti-
vated, the warning light on the out-
side rearview mirror will also blink.
If you turn off the turn signal switch,
the second stage alert (the warning
chime and the blinking warning light
on the outside rearview mirror) will
be deactivated.
If the detected vehicle is not in detec-
tion range, the warning will be turned
off according to the driving condi-
tions of the vehicle.CAUTION
The driver should always useextreme caution while operat-ing the vehicle, whether or notthe warning light on the out-side rearview mirror illumi-nates or there is a warningalarm.
Playing the vehicle audio sys- tem at high volume may pre-vent occupants from hearingthe Blind-Spot CollisionWarning System warningsounds.
The warning of the Blind-Spot Collision Warning System maynot sound if warning soundsfrom other systems are acti-vated.
WARNING
The warning light on the out-
side rearview mirror will illu-
minate whenever a vehicle is
detected at the rear side by
the system. To avoid acci-
dents, do not focus only on
the warning light and neglect
to see the surrounding of the
vehicle.
Drive safely even though the
vehicle is equipped with a
Blind-Spot Collision Warning
System (BCW). Do not solely
rely on the system but check
your surroundings before
changing lanes or backing the
vehicle up. The Blind-Spot
Collision Warning system
(BCW) may not detect every
object alongside the vehicle.
The system may not alert the
driver in some situations due
to system limitations so
always check your surround-
ings while driving.

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✽ ✽NOTICE
• If the vehicle is turned off then on
again, the RCCW system returns
to the previous state.
• When the system is turned on, the warning light will illuminate for 3
seconds on the outside rearview
mirror.
The system will activate when:
1. The RCCW system is on.
2. The vehicle speed is below 10
km/h (6 mph) with the shift lever in
R (Reverse).
3. Other vehicles are detected in Rear Cross-Traffic Collision
Warning Range.Warning indicator and sound
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If the vehicle detected by the sensors
approaches from the rear left/right
side of your vehicle, the warning
chime will sound, the warning light
on the outside rearview mirror will
blink and a message will appear on
the LCD display.
The warning will stop when:
- The vehicle moving at the rear
left/right side of your vehicle is not
in the detection range.
- The vehicle is right behind your vehicle.
- The vehicle is not driving towards your vehicle.
- The vehicle’s approaching speed is decreased.
WARNING
Drive safely even though thevehicle is equipped with a
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision
Warning (RCCW) System. Do
not solely rely on the system
but check your surrounding
when backing the vehicle up.
The RCCW system may not
detect every object alongside
the vehicle.
The driver is responsible for accurate brake control.
Always pay extreme caution while driving. The Rear Cross-
Traffic Collision Warning
System may not operate prop-
erly or unnecessarily operate
in accordance with your driv-
ing situations.
CAUTION
If the operating conditions of RCCW are satisfied, a warningis issued every time a vehiclecomes to the rear side, even ifyour vehicle is stopped (vehi-cle speed 0 km/h (0 mph)).
The system's warning may not operate properly if theleft/right of your vehicle's rearbumper is blocked by a vehi-cle or obstacle.
The driver should always use extreme caution while operat-ing the vehicle, whether or notthe warning light on the out-side rearview mirror illumi-nates or there is a warningalarm.
Playing the vehicle audio sys- tem at high volume may pre-vent occupants from hearingthe system's warning sounds.
The warning of the Rear Cross- Traffic Collision WarningSystem may not sound if warn-ing sounds from other systemsare activated.

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Warning message
Blind-Spot Collision Warning dis-
abled. Radar blocked.
This warning message may appear
when:
- One or both of the sensors on therear bumper is blocked by dirt or
snow or a foreign object.
- Driving in rural areas where the sensors does not detect another
vehicle for an extended period of
time.
- When there is inclement weather such as heavy snow or rain. - A trailer or carrier is installed.
(To use the BCW system, remove
the trailer or carrier from your vehi-
cle.)
If any of these conditions occur, the
light on the BCW switch and the sys-
tem will turn off automatically. When
the BCW canceled warning mes-
sage is displayed in the cluster,
check to make sure that the rear
bumper is free from any dirt or snow
in the areas where the sensor is
located. Remove any dirt, snow, or
foreign material that could interfere
with the radar sensors. After any dirt
or debris is removed, the BCW &
RCCW system should operate nor-
mally after about 10 minutes of driv-
ing the vehicle. If the system still does not operate
normally, have the system checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.
When using the luggage compart-
ment and other equipment, turn off
all functions of BCW and
RCCW.(BCW button OFF or 'User
Settings
→Driver assistance and
select Rear Cross-Traffic Collision
Warning ' OFF)
To use the BCW and RCCW system,
remove the luggage compartment
and other equipment.
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Check Blind-Spot Collision Warning
(BCW) system
If there is a problem with the BCW
system, a warning message will
appear and the light on the switch
will turn off. The system will turn off
automatically. BCW and RCCW will
operate also if the BCW system
turns off due to malfunction. We rec-
ommend that the system be checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.
Limitations of the system
The driver must be cautious in the
below situations, because the sys-
tem may not detect other vehicles or
objects in certain circumstances.
When a trailer or carrier isinstalled.
The vehicle drives in inclement weather such as heavy rain or
snow.
The sensor is covered with rain, snow, mud, etc.
The rear bumper where the sensor is located is covered with a foreign
object such as a bumper sticker, a
bumper guard, a bike rack, etc.
The rear bumper is damaged, or the sensor is out of the original
default position.
The vehicle height gets lower or higher due to heavy loading in a
trunk, abnormal tire pressure, etc.
When the temperature of the rear bumper is high. When the sensors are blocked by
other vehicles, walls or parking-lot
pillars.
The vehicle drives on a curved road.
The vehicle drives through a toll- gate.
The road pavement (or the periph- eral ground) abnormally contains
metallic components (i.e. possibly
due to subway construction).
There is a fixed object near the vehicle, such as a guardrail.
While going down or up a steep road where the height of the lane is
different.
Driving on a narrow road where trees or grass or overgrown.
Driving in rural areas where the sensor does not detect another
vehicle or structure for an extended
period of time.
Driving on a wet road.
Driving on a road where the guardrail or wall is in double struc-
ture.
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The Lane Keeping Assist system is
designed to detect the lane markers
on the road with a front view camera
at the front windshield, and assists
the driver’s steering to help keep the
vehicle in the lanes.
When the system detects the vehicle
straying from its lane, it alerts the
driver with a visual and audible warn-
ing, while applying a slight counter-
steering torque, trying to prevent the
vehicle from moving out of its lane.
LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
Driver is responsible for being
aware of surroundings and
steering the vehicle for safe
driving practices.
Do not turn the steering wheel suddenly when the steering
wheel is being assisted by the
system.
WARNING
The Lane Keeping Assist System
is a supplemental system and is
not a substitute for safe driving
practices. It is the responsibility
of the driver to always pay atten-
tion and drive safely.
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WARNING
The operation of the LKA canbe cancelled or not work
properly according to road
condition and surroundings.
Always be cautious when
driving.
Do not disassemble the front view camera temporarily for
tinting window or attaching
any types of coatings and
accessories.
If you disassemble the camera
and assemble it again, take
your vehicle to an authorized
Kia dealer and have the system
checked to need a calibration.
When you replace the wind- shield glass, front view camera
or parts of the steering, take
your vehicle to an authorized
Kia dealer and have the system
checked to need a calibration.
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LKA operation
To activate/deactivate the LKA:
With the ignition switch in the ON
position, press the LKA button locat-
ed on the instrument panel on the
lower left hand side of the driver.
The indicator in the cluster display
will initially illuminate white.
If the indicated (white) was activated
in the previous ignition cycle, the
system will remain activated.
If you press the LKA button again,
the indicator on the cluster display
will go off.
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The system is designed todetect lane markers using a
front view camera. If the lane
markers are hard to detect,
then the system may be limit-
ed. Always be cautious when
using the system.
When the lane markers are hard to detect, please refer to
“Driver’s Attention”.
Do not remove or damage the related parts of LKA.
Do not place objects on the dashboard that reflects light
such as mirrors, white paper,
etc. This may prevent the LKA
system from functioning
properly.
You may not hear warning sound of LKA if the audio vol-
ume is high.
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If you to drive with your handsoff the steering wheel, the
LKA will stop controlling the
steering wheel after the hands
off alarm. If you drive with
your hands on the steering
wheel again the control will be
activated again.
If the vehicle speed is high, steering torque for assistance
will not be enough to keep
your vehicle within the lane. If
so, the vehicle may move out
of its lane. Obey speed limit
when using LKA.
If you attach objects to the steering wheel, the system
may not assist steering.
If you attach objects to the steering wheel, hands off
alarm may not work properly.