Kia Optima: Parking distance warning-reverse / Parking distance warningreverse precautions
- The parking distance warningreverse may not sound consistently depending
on the speed and shapes of the objects detected.
- The parking distance warningreverse may malfunction if the vehicle bumper
height or sensor installation has been modified or damaged. Any non-factory
installed equipment or accessories may also interfere with the sensor performance.
- The sensor may not recognize objects less than 40 cm (15 in.) from the sensor,
or it may sense an incorrect distance. Use caution.
- When the sensor is frozen or covered 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.
✽ 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 systems capabilities and limitations.
The parking distance warningreverse 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 m ...
If you don’t hear an audible warning sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently
when shifting the gear to the R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction
in the parking distance warn ...
Other information:
The certification label is located on the driver's door sill at the center pillar.
This label shows the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle. This
is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
This ...
This indicator light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with the ESC system.
In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized ...