Get Features of your vehicle -> Rear parking assist system (if equipped) Guide for Kia Sorento SUV Second Generation (2011-2015)

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Features of your vehicle

The rear parking assist system assists

the driver during backward movement of

the vehicle by chiming if any object is

sensed within a distance of 120 cm (47

in.) 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 the back sen-

sors are limited. Whenever backing-up,

pay as much attention to what is behind

you as you would in a vehicle without a

rear parking assist system.

Operation of the rear parking

assist system

Operating condition

• This system will activate when the indi-

cator on the rear parking assist OFF

button is not illuminated. If you desire

to deactivate the rear parking assist

system, press the rear parking assist

OFF button again. (The indicator on

the button will illuminate.) To turn the

system on, press the button again.

(The indicator on the button will go off.)

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 rear

parking assist system is in operation is

approximately 120 cm (47 in.).

REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING

The rear parking assist system is a

supplementary function only. The

operation of the rear parking assist

system can be affected by several

factors (including environmental

conditions). It is the responsibility

of the driver to always check the

area behind the vehicle before and

while backing up.

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• When more than two objects are

sensed at the same time, the closest

one will be recognized first.

Types of warning sound

• When an object is 120 cm to 81 cm (47

in. to 32 in.) from the rear bumper:

Buzzer beeps intermittently.

• When an object is 80 cm to 41 cm (31

in. to 16 in.) from the rear bumper:

Buzzer beeps more frequently.

• When an object is within 40 cm (15 in.)

of the rear bumper:

Buzzer sounds continuously.

Non-operational conditions of

rear parking assist system

The rear parking assist system may

not operate properly when:

1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will

operate normally when the moisture

has been cleared.)

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 material is removed

or the sensor is no longer blocked.)

3. Driving on uneven road surfaces

(unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, gradi-

ent).

4. Objects generating excessive noise

(vehicle horns, loud motorcycle

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 towing

The detecting range may decrease

when:

1. The sensor is stained with foreign mat-

ter such as snow or water. (The sens-

ing range will return to normal when

removed.)

2. Outside air temperature is extremely

hot or cold.

The following objects may not be rec-

ognized by the sensor:

1. Sharp or slim objects such as ropes,

chains or small poles.

2. Objects which tend to absorb the sen-

sor frequency such as clothes, spongy

material or snow.

3. Undetectable objects smaller than 1 m

(40 in.) in height and narrower than 14

cm (6 in.) in diameter.

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Features of your vehicle

Rear parking assist system pre-

cautions

• The rear parking assist system may

not sound consistently depending on

the speed and shapes of the objects

detected.

• The rear parking assist system 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 per-

formance.

• The sensor may not recognize objects

less than 40 cm (15 in.) from the sen-

sor, or it may sense an incorrect dis-

tance. Use caution.

• When the sensor is frozen or stained

with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor

may be inoperative until the stains are

removed using a soft cloth.

• Do not push, scratch or strike the sen-

sor. Sensor damage could occur.

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NOTICE

This system can only sense objects with-

in the range and location of the sensors;

It can not 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 vehi-

cle when backing up.

Be sure to inform any drivers of the

vehicle that may be unfamiliar with the

system regarding the systems capabili-

ties and limitations.

Self-diagnosis

If you don’t hear an audible warning

sound or if the buzzer sounds intermit-

tently when shifting the gear to the R

(Reverse) position, this may indicate a

malfunction in the rear parking assist sys-

tem. If this occurs, have your vehicle

checked by an authorized KIA dealer as

soon as possible.

WARNING

Pay close attention when the vehi-

cle is driven close to objects on the

road, particularly pedestrians, and

especially children. Be aware that

some objects may not be detected

by the sensors, due to the object’s

distance, size or material, all of

which can limit the effectiveness of

the sensor. Always perform a visu-

al inspection to make sure the vehi-

cle is clear of all obstructions

before moving the vehicle in any

direction.

WARNING

Your new vehicle warranty does not

cover any accidents or damage to

the vehicle or injuries to its occu-

pants due to a rear parking assist

system malfunction. Always drive

safely and cautiously.

Features of your vehicle -> Rear parking assist system (if equipped) for Your Kia Sorento SUV Second Generation (2011-2015)

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