Kia Optima: RCCW (Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning) / Warning type

If the vehicle detected by the sensors approaches 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.

✽ NOTICE

• The warning chime will turn off:
  - When the detected vehicle moves out of the sensing area or
  - If your vehicle is moved away from the detected vehicle or
  - When the vehicle is right behind your vehicle or
  - When the vehicle is not approaching your vehicle or
  - When the other vehicle slows down.
• The system may not operate properly due to other factors or circumstances. Always pay attention to your surroundings.
• If the sensing area near the rear bumper is blocked by either a wall or barrier or by a parked vehicle, the system sensing area may be reduced.

WARNING

• When the BCW (Blind-Spot Collision Warning) system is being activated, The warning light on the outside rearview mirror will illuminate whenever a vehicle is detected at the rear side by the system. To avoid accidents, 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 BCW (Blind-Spot Collision Warning) system. Do not solely rely on the system but check for yourself before changing lanes. The system may not alert the driver in some conditions so always check the surroundings while driving.
• The Blind-Spot Collision Warning system (BCW) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) are not a substitute for proper and safe driving practices. Always drive safely and use caution when changing lanes or backing up your vehicle.The Blind- Spot Collision Warning system (BCW) may not detect every object alongside the vehicle.

CAUTION

• The system may not work properly if the bumper has been replaced or if a repair work has been done near the sensor.
• The detection area differs according to the roads width. If the road is narrow the system may detect other vehicles in the second next lane.
• On the contrary, if the road is very wide the system may not detect other vehicles in the next lane.
• The system might be turned off due to strong electromagnetic waves.