Kia Optima: Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) system / FCA warning message and system control

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) system / FCA warning message and system control

The FCA system produces warning messages, warning alarms, and emergency braking based on the level of risk of a frontal collision, such as when a vehicle ahead suddenly brakes.

The driver can select the initial warning activation time in the User Settings in the LCD display. The options for the initial Forward Collision Warning include Early, Normal or Late initial warning time.

Collision Warning (1st warning)

System setting and activation

System setting • The driver can activate the FCA by placing the ignition switch to the ON position and by selecting: 'User Settings → Driver Assistance → Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist' ...

Collision Warning (1st warning)

This warning message appears on the LCD display with a warning chime. Additionally, some vehicle system intervention occurs by the engine management system to help decelerate the vehicle. - You ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: Cup holder

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