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Features of your vehicle
To operate the electric rearview mirror:
The mirror defaults to the ON posi-
tion whenever the ignition switch is
turned on.
Press the ON/OFF button (1) to
turn the automatic dimming func-
tion off. The mirror indicator light
(2) will turn off.
Press the ON/OFF button (1) to
turn the automatic dimming func-
tion on. The mirror indicator light
(2) will illuminate.
❈(2) : Indicator, (3) : Sensor
Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM)
with MTS service (if equipped)
1. Roadside Assist button
2. Virtual Assist button
3. SOS button
The electric rearview mirror automat-
ically controls the glare from the
headlights of the vehicles behind you
in nighttime or low light driving condi-
tions.The sensor (4) mounted in the mirror
senses the light level around the
vehicle, and automatically controls
the headlight glare from the vehicles
behind you.
When the engine is running, the
glare is automatically controlled by
the sensor mounted in the rearview
mirror.
Telematics buttons are also located
on the mirror.
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Electric chromic mirror (ECM)
with HomeLink®system
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
Gentex Automatic-Dimming Mirror
and an Integrated HomeLink
®
Wireless Control System.
During nighttime driving, this feature
will automatically detect and reduce
rearview mirror glare while the com-
pass indicates the direction the vehi-
cle is pointed. The HomeLink
®
Universal Transceiver allows you to
activate your garage door(s), electric
gate, home lighting, etc.1. Roadside Assist button
2. Virtual Assist button
3. SOS button
4. HomeLink Channel 1
5. HomeLink Channel 2
6. HomeLink Channel 3
7. HomeLink User Interface Indicator
8. HomeLink Operation Indicator
9. Garage Door Opener Status
Indicator : Closing or Closed
10. Garage Door Opener Status
Indicator : Opening or OpenedAutomatic-Dimming Night Vision
Safety™ (NVS
®) Mirror
The NVS
®Mirror in your vehicle is
designed to reduce annoying glare in
the rearview mirror during any driv-
ing situation. For more information
regarding NVS
®mirrors and other
applications, please refer to the
Gentex website:
www.gentex.com
❈Night Vision Safety™ is a registered
trademark of Gentex Corporation.
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The NVS®Mirror automatically
reduces glare during driving
conditions based upon light lev-
els monitored in front of the
vehicle and from the rear of the
vehicle. These light sensors are
visible through openings in the
front and rear of the mirror case.
Any object that obstructs either
light sensor will degrade the
automatic dimming control fea-
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Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system assists the driver during back-
ward movement of the vehicle by
chiming if any object is sensed within
a distance of 48 in (120 cm) behind
the vehicle.
This system is a supplemental system
and it is not intended to nor does it
replace the need for extreme care and
attention of the driver. The sensing
range and objects detectable by rear
ultrasonic sensors (➀) are limited.
Whenever backing-up, pay as much
attention to what is behind you as you
would in a vehicle without a Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system.
Operation of Reverse Parking
Distance Warning system
Operating condition
Push the button to turn off the
Parking Distance Warning (Reverse)
system. The indicator light on the
button will turn on.
REVERSE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW) (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
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Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system
Never rely solely on the Reverse
Parking Distance Warning sys-
tem. Always perform a visual
inspection to make sure the
vehicle is clear of all obstruc-
tions before moving the vehicle
in any direction. Stop immedi-
ately if you are aware of a child
or other person anywhere near
your vehicle. Some objects may
not be detected by the sensors,
due to the object's size or mate-
rial.
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This system will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch
or ENGINE START/STOP button to
the ON position.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed
over 5 km/h (3 mph), the system
may not be activated correctly.
The sensing distance while the
back-up warning system is in oper-
ation is approximately 120 cm (48
in) at the rear bumper center area,
60 cm (24 in) at the rear bumper
both side area.
When more than two objects are
sensed at the same time, the clos-
est one will be recognized first.
Types of warning sound
When an object is 60 cm to 120 cm
(24 in to 48 in) from the rear
bumper: Buzzer beeps intermit-
tently.
When an object is 30 cm to 60 cm
(12 in to 24 in) from the rear
bumper: Buzzer beeps more fre-
quently.
When an object is within 30 cm (12
in) of the rear bumper:
Buzzer sounds continuously.
Non-operational conditions of
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system may not operate
properly when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It
will operate normally once the
moisture clears.
2. The 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
(unpaved roads, gravel, bumps,
gradient).
4. Objects generating excessive
noise (vehicle horns, loud motor-
cycle engines, or truck air brakes)
are within range of the sensor.
5. Heavy rain or water spray exists.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile
phones are within range of the
sensor.
7. The sensor is covered with snow.
8. Trailer towingThe detecting range may decrease
when:
1. The sensor is covered with foreign
matter such as snow or water.
(The sensing range will return to
normal when removed.)
2. Outside air temperature is
extremely hot or cold.
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 the
sensor frequency such as clothes,
sound absorbent material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than
100 cm (4 in) in height and nar-
rower than 14 cm (6 in) in diame-
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Features of your vehicle
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system precautions
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system may not sound consistently
depending on the speed and
shapes of the objects detected.
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
system may malfunction if the vehi-
cle bumper height or sensor instal-
lation has been modified or dam-
aged. Any non-factory installed
equipment or accessories may also
interfere with the sensor perform-
ance.
The sensor may not recognize
objects less than 30 cm (12 in)
from the sensor, or it may sense an
incorrect distance. Use caution.
When the sensor is frozen or cov-
ered with snow, dirt, or water, the
sensor may be inoperative until the
material is removed using a soft
cloth.
To prevent damage, do not push,
scratch or strike the sensor.
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NOTICE
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 objects 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 system's
capabilities and limitations.
Self-diagnosis
If you don’t hear an audible warning
sound or if the buzzer sounds inter-
mittently when shifting the gear to
the R (Reverse) position, this may
indicate a malfunction in Reverse
Parking Distance Warning system. If
this occurs, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia dealer
as soon as possible.
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NOTICE
Your new vehicle warranty does not
cover any accidents or damage to
the vehicle or injuries to its occu-
pants due to a Reverse Parking
Distance Warning system malfunc-
tion. Always drive safely and cau-
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Forward/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning system assists the driver
during movement of the vehicle by
chiming if any object is sensed with-
in the distance of 100 cm (40 in.) in
front and 120 cm (48 in.) behind the
vehicle.This system is a supplemental sys-
tem and it is not intended to nor does
it replace the need for extreme care
and attention of the driver.
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
Warning system.
FORWARD/REVERSE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW) (IF EQUIPPED)
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WARNING
Parking Distance Warning sys-
tem is a supplemental system
only. The operation of Parking
Distance Warning system can be
affected by several factors
(including environmental condi-
tions). It is the responsibility of
the driver to always check the
front and rear views before and
while parking.

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Features of your vehicle
Operation of Parking Distance
Warning system
Operating condition
This system activates when
Parking Distance Warning system
button is pressed with the ignition
switch ON. The indicator of Parking Distance
Warning system button turns on
automatically and activates
Parking Distance Warning system
when you shift the gear to the R
(Reverse) position. It will turn off
automatically when you drive
above 20 km/h (12 mph).
The sensing distance while back-
ing up is approximately 120 cm (48
in.) when you are driving less than
10 km/h (6 mph).
The sensing distance while moving
forward is approximately 100 cm
(40 in.) when you are driving less
than 10 km/h (6 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.
If the vehicle speed is above 20
km/h (12 mph), the system auto-
matically turns off. To activate
again, push the button.
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NOTICE
It may not operate if the vehicle's
distance from the object is already
less than approximately 25 cm (10
in) when the system is activated.
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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-
tem's capabilities and limitations.
Type of warning indicator and sound
Distance from object
Warning indicator
Warning soundWhen driving
forwardWhen driving
rearward
60 ~ 120 cm
(24 ~ 40 in.)Front -Buzzer beeps
intermittently
60 ~ 120 cm
(24 ~ 48 in.)Rear-Buzzer beeps
intermittently
30 ~ 60 cm
(12 ~ 24 in.)Front Buzzer beeps
intermittently
Rear-Buzzer beeps
intermittently
30 cm
(12 in.)Front Buzzer sounds
continuously
Rear-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.