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Smart Cruise Control will be tem-
porarily canceled when:
Canceled manually
Smart Cruise Control is temporarily
canceled when the brake pedal is
depressed or the CANCEL button is
pressed. The speed and vehicle dis-
tance indicator on the cluster is dis-
appeared and the cruise indicator
( CRUISE) is illuminated continu-
ously.Canceled automatically
SCC will automatically cancel in the
following situations:
The driver's door is opened.
The shift lever is shifted to N
(Neutral), R (Reverse) or P (Paking).
The EPB (Electronic Parking
Brake) is applied.
The vehicle speed is over 120 mph
(190 km/h)
The ESC, ABS or TCS is operating.
The ESC is turned off.
The sensor or the cover is dirty or
blocked with foreign matter.
The accelerator pedal is continu-
ously depressed for long time.
The engine speed is in dangerous
range.
SCC has malfunctioned.
When the braking control is operat-
ed for Forward Collision-Avoidance
Assist.
The vehicle stops and goes repeat-
edly for a long period of time. When the parking brake is locked
Speed of the vehicle has been
decreased to less than 5 mph (10
km/h)
Engine has some problems
Each of these actions will cancel SCC
operation. (The set speed of the clus-
ter is displayed in gray shades and the
distance indicator with the vehicle
ahead is disappeared.)
In a condition Smart Cruise Control
is cancelled automatically, Smart
Cruise Control will not operate even
though the RES+ or SET- switch is
moved.
The EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)
is applied when SCC auto release
condition occurs while SCC is in use.
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Warning message
When the sensor lens cover is
blocked with dirt, snow, or debris,
Smart Cruise Control operation may
stop temporarily. If this occurs, a
warning message will appear on the
LCD display. Remove any dirt, snow,
or debris and clean the radar sensor
lens cover before operating Smart
Cruise Control. Smart Cruise Control
may not properly activate, if the radar
is totally contaminated, or if any sub-
stance is detected after turning ON
the engine (e.g. in an open terrain).
Smart Cruise Control malfunction
message
The message will appear when the
vehicle distance control function is
not functioning normally.
Take your vehicle to an authorized
Kia dealer and have the system
checked.
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CAUTION
Do not install accessories
around the sensor and do not
replace the bumper by your-
self. It may interfere with the
sensor performance.
Always keep the sensor and
bumper clean.
Use only a soft cloth to wash
the vehicle. Do not spray pres-
surized water directly on the
sensor or sensor cover.
Be careful not to apply unnec-
essary force on the radar sen-
sor or sensor cover. If the sen-
sor is forcibly moved out of
proper alignment, Smart
Cruise Control may not oper-
ate correctly. In this case, a
warning message may not be
displayed.
Have the system checked by
an authorized Kia dealer.
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Function operating
If temporary deceleration is required
in the standby state and Navigation-
based Smart Cruise Control is oper-
ating, the green ( ) symbol will
illuminate on the cluster.
If the Set Speed Auto Change func-
tion operates, the green ( )sym-
bol and green set speed will illumi-
nate on the cluster, and an audible
alarm will sound.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Highway Auto Curve Slowdown and
Set Speed Auto Change function
uses the same ( ) symbol.
Highway Auto Curve Slowdown
Depending on the curve ahead on
the highway (or motorway), the
vehicle will decelerate, and after
passing the curve, the vehicle will
accelerate to Smart Cruise Control
set speed.
Vehicle deceleration time may dif-
fer depending on the vehicle speed
and the degree of the curve on the
road. The higher the driving speed,
the faster the vehicle will deceler-
ate.Limitations of the function
Navigation-based Smart Cruise
Control may not operate normally
under the following circumstances:
The navigation is not working prop-
erly.
The navigation is not updated to
include the latest information about
road curvature and changes.
Speed limit and road information in
the navigation is not updated
The map information and the actu-
al road is different because of real-
time GPS data or map information
error
The navigation searches for a
route while driving
GPS signals are blocked in areas
such as a tunnel
A road that divides into two or
more roads and joins again
The driver goes off course the
route set in the navigation
The route to the destination is
changed or canceled by resetting
the navigation (including TPEG
change)
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- If the number of lanes increases
or decreases, or if the lanes inter-
sect with each other more
intensely (tollgate entry section,
road section / joining section,
etc.)
- When there are two or more lane
markings such as a construction
section, a designated lane, etc.
- When the lane is crowded such
as the construction section or the
lane is replaced by some struc-
tures
- If there is a road marking such as
a zigzag lane, crosswalk mark, or
road surface milestone
- When a lane suddenly becomes
invisible or disappears from an
intersection
• The external environment affecting
the function
- If the outside brightness of the vehi-
cle suddenly changes, such as
when entering or exiting the tunnel
or passing under the bridge- If the vehicle's headlights are not
used at night or in the tunnel, or the
brightness of the headlights is too
weak
- If there are boundary structures
such as tollgate booths and side-
walk blocks
- If it is difficult to distinguish lanes
due to the reflection on the wet road
made by sunlight, streetlight, and
oncoming traffic.
- When the backlight is strongly reflect-
ed in the direction of the vehicle
- When Driving to the left or right lane
by bus lane or on the bus lane
- If there is no enough distance
between the front car or if the lane
is covered by the car ahead of me
- When the lane change is large,
such as a steep curve or a continu-
ous curve
- When passing through speed
bump, sudden up / down or left /
right slope
- If the vehicle is severely shaken
- When the temperature around the
mirror is very high due to direct sun-
light• When the front view camera has
poor visibility
- If the windshield of the vehicle
and the camera lens are covered
with dust, fingerprints, or tinting.
- If the camera has poor visibility
due to bad weather such as fog,
heavy rain, heavy snow.
- If moisture is not completely
removed from the windscreen.
- When placing objects on the
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* Refer to “Smart Cruise Control
(SCC)” in this chapter. for cautions
and warnings about vehicle dis-
tance control and front radar.
* Refer to “Lane Following Assist
(LFA) “ in this chapter. for cautions
and warnings about steering con-
trol and front view camera.CAUTION
Highway Driving Assist may not
function properly in the follow-
ing situations:
The navigation is not working
properly.
The navigation is not updated.
The real-time GPS or map
information provided has
errors.
The navigation is overloaded
by performing functions such
as route search, video play-
back, voice recognition, etc.
are performing simultaneously.
The navigation is recalculat-
ing the route while driving.
GPS signals are blocked in
areas such as a tunnel.
The driver goes off course or
the route to the destination is
changed or canceled by reset-
ting the navigation.
The vehicle enters a service
station or rest area
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The speed limit of selected
highway section is changed
due to road conditions.
Android Auto or Car Play is
operating.
The navigation cannot detect
the current vehicle position
(ex: elevated roads including
overpass adjacent to general
roads or nearby roads exist in
a parallel way).
The navigation is being updat-
ed while driving.
The navigation is being reset
while driving.
The road is slippery due to
bad weather such as rain or
snow.
If your vehicle tows a trailer or
another vehicle, you should
release Highway Driving
Assist system. Operating the
brake system or steering sys-
tem while towing may
adversely affect the safety.

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5
Warning message and func-
tion control
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision
Warning
If the vehicle detected by the sensors
approaches from the rear left/right
side of 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. If the rear view cam-
era function is in activation, a mes-
sage will also appear on the
‘Infortainment System’.
The warning will stop when:
- The vehicle moving at the rear left/right side of your vehicle is not
in the detection range.
- The vehicle is right behind your vehicle.
- The vehicle is not driving towards your vehicle.
- The vehicle’s approaching speed is decreased.CAUTION
• When the operation condition of RCCW is met, the warningwill occur every time a vehicleapproaches the side or rear ofyour stopped (0 mph (0 km/h)vehicle speed) vehicle.
The function’s warning or brake may not operate properlyif the left or right of your vehi-cle's rear bumper is blocked bya vehicle or obstacle.
The driver should always use extreme caution while operat-ing the vehicle, whether or notthe warning light on the outerside view mirror illuminates orthere is a warning alarm.
Playing the vehicle audio sys- tem at high volume may pre-vent occupants from hearingthe function’s warning sounds.
If any other warning sound such as seat belt warningchime is already generated,RCCW warning may notsound.
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Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
system disabled. Radar blocked
This warning message may appear
when:
- One or both of the sensors on the
rear bumper is blocked by dirt or
snow or a foreign object.
- Driving in rural areas where the
sensor does not detect another
vehicle for an extended period of
time.
- When there is inclement weather
such as heavy snow or rain.A trailer or carrier is installed. (To use
BCW, remove the trailer or carrier
from your vehicle.)
If any of these conditions occur, the
light on Blind-Spot Safety button and
the function will turn off automatically.
When BCW canceled warning mes-
sage is displayed in the cluster,
check to make sure that the rear
bumper is free from any dirt or snow
in the areas where the sensor is
located. Remove any dirt, snow, or
foreign material that could interfere
with the radar sensors.
After any dirt or debris is removed,
BCW should operate normally after
about 10 minutes of driving the vehi-
cle.
If the function does not work normal-
ly even though the foreign sub-
stance, trailer or carrier, or other
equipment is removed, have the sys-
tem checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.
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Take your vehicle to an author-
ized Kia dealer and have the
system checked.
Do not apply foreign objects
such as a bumper sticker or a
bumper guard near the radar
sensor or apply paint to the
sensor area. Doing so may
adversely affect the perform-
ance of the sensor.

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When the sensors are blocked by
other vehicles, walls or parking-lot
pillars.
The vehicle drives on a curved road.
The road pavement (or the periph-
eral ground) abnormally contains
metallic components (i.e. possibly
due to subway construction).
There is a fixed object near the
vehicle, such as a guardrail.
While going down or up a steep
road where the height of the lane is
different.
Driving on a narrow road where
trees or grass or overgrown.
Driving in rural areas where the sen-
sor does not detect another vehicle
for an extended period of time.
Driving on a wet road.
Driving on a road where the guardrail
or wall is in double structure.
A big vehicle is near such as a bus
or truck.
When the other vehicle approaches
very close. When the other vehicle passes at a
very fast speed.
While changing lanes.
If the vehicle has started at the
same time as the vehicle next to
you and has accelerated.
When the vehicle in the next lane
moves two lanes away from you OR
when the vehicle two lanes away
moves to the next lane from you.
A motorcycle or bicycle is near.
A flat trailer is near.
If there are small objects in the
detecting area such as a shopping
cart or a baby stroller.
If there is a low height vehicle such
as a sports car.
The brake pedal is depressed.
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
is activated.
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
malfunctions.
The tire pressure is low or a tire is
damaged. The brake is reworked.
The vehicle sharply stops.
Temperature is extremely low
around the vehicle.
The vehicle severely vibrates while
driving over a bumpy road,
uneven/bumpy road, or concrete
patch.
The vehicle drives on a slippery
surface due to snow, water puddle,
or ice.

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Remember, your vehicle does not
require extended warm-up. After
the engine has started, allow the
engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds
prior to placing the vehicle in gear.
In very cold weather, however, give
your engine a slightly longer warm-
up period.
Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine.
Lugging is driving too slowly in a
very high gear resulting in engine
bucking. If this happens, shift to a
lower gear. Over-revving is racing
the engine beyond its safe limit.
This can be avoided by shifting at
the recommended speed. Use your air conditioning sparingly.
The air conditioning system is
operated by engine power so your
fuel economy is reduced when you
use it.
Opening windows at high speeds
can reduce fuel economy.
Fuel economy is less in crosswinds
and headwinds. To help offset
some of this loss, slow down when
driving in these conditions.
Keeping a vehicle in good operating
condition is important both for econ-
omy and safety. Therefore, have an
authorized Kia dealer perform
scheduled inspections and mainte-
nance.
WARNING - Engine off
during motion
Never turn the engine off to
coast down hills or anytime the
vehicle is in motion. The power
steering and power brakes will
not function properly without
the engine running.
In addition, turning off the
engine start/stop button while
driving could engage the steer-
ing wheel lock, resulting in loss
of vehicle steering. Keep the
engine on and downshift to an
appropriate gear for an engine
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The use of chains may adversely
affect vehicle handling.
Do not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h)
or the chain manufacturer’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, sharp turns, and other road
hazards, which may cause the
vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel
braking.Use high quality ethylene gly-
col coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high
quality ethylene glycol coolant in the
cooling system. It is the only type of
coolant that should be used because
it helps prevent corrosion in the cool-
ing system, lubricates the water
pump and prevents freezing. Be sure
to replace or replenish your coolant
in accordance with the maintenance
schedule in chapter 8. Before winter,
have your coolant tested to assure
that its freezing point is sufficient for
the temperatures anticipated during
the winter.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on
the battery system. Visually inspect
the battery and cables as described
in chapter 8. The level of charge in
your battery can be checked by an
authorized Kia dealer or a service
station.
Change to "winter weight" oil
if necessary
In some climates it is recommended
that a lower viscosity "winter weight"
oil be used during cold weather. See
chapter 9 for recommendations. If
you aren't sure what weight oil you
should use, consult an authorized
Kia dealer.
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as
described in chapter 8 and replace
them if necessary. Also check all
ignition wiring and components to be
sure they are not cracked, worn or
damaged in any way.CAUTION- Snow chains
Chains that are the wrong size
or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle's brake
lines, suspension, body and
wheels.
Stop driving and retighten the
chains any time you hear them
hitting the vehicle.