ESP KIA STINGER 2021 Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle
104 4
Lane Keeping Assist
(LKA) system Indicator
Light (if equipped)
The LKA indicator will illuminate
when you turn the Lane Keeping
Assist system on by pressing the
LKA button.
If there is a problem with the system,
the yellow LKA indicator will illumi-
nate.
❈For more details, refer to “Lane
Keeping Assist (LKA) system” in
chapter 5.
WARNING - Distracted
driving
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver's primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver's
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never be
used during operation of the
vehicle.

4107
Features of your vehicle
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
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 sys-
tem and it is not intended to nor does
it replace the need for extreme care
and attention of the driver. The sens-
ing range and objects detectable by
the back sensors (1) are limited.
Whenever backing-up, pay as much
attention to what is behind you as
you would in a vehicle without
Reverse Parking Distance Warning.
Operation of Reverse Parking
Distance Warning
Operating condition
This system will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch
ON.
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
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
is in operation is approximately
120 cm (47 in.).
When more than two objects are
sensed at the same time, the clos-
est one will be recognized first.
REVERSE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning is a supplementary
function only. The operation of
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning can be affected by sev-
eral factors (including environ-
mental conditions). It is the
responsibility of the driver to
always check the area behind
the vehicle before and while
backing up.
OCK047400L

4109
Features of your vehicle
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning precautions
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
may not sound consistently
depending on the speed and
shapes of the objects detected.
Reverse Parking Distance Warning
may malfunction if the vehicle
bumper height or sensor installa-
tion has been modified or dam-
aged. Any non-factory installed
equipment or accessories may also
interfere with the sensor perform-
ance.
The sensor may not recognize
objects less than 30 cm (11 in.)
from the sensor, or it may sense an
incorrect distance. 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
sensor. Sensor damage could
occur.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
This system can only sense objects
within 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
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.WARNING
Pay close attention when the
vehicle 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 effective-
ness of the sensor. Always per-
form a visual inspection to
make sure the vehicle is clear of
all obstructions before moving
the vehicle in any direction.

4111
Features of your vehicle
Parking Distance Warning assists
the driver during movement of the
vehicle by chiming if any object is
sensed within the distance of 39 in.
(100 cm) in front and 47 in. (120 cm)
behind the vehicle.This system is a supplemental sys-
tem 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 sensors (➀) are
limited. Whenever moving pay as
much attention to what is in front and
behind of you as you would in a vehi-
cle without Parking Distance
Warning.
Operation of Parking Distance
Warning
Operating condition
This system activates when Parking
Distance Warning button is pressed
with the ignition switch ON.
The indicator of Parking Distance
Warning button turns on automati-
cally and activates Parking Distance
Warning when you shift the gear to
the R (Reverse) position. It will turn
off automatically when you drive
above 12.4 mph (20 km/h).
PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
Parking Distance Warning is a
supplemental system only.
The operation of Parking
Distance Warning can be affect-
ed by several factors (including
environmental conditions).
It is the responsibility of the
driver to always check the areas
around the vehicle before and
while parking.
OCK047400L
OCK047401L
■Rear
■Front
OCK047402N

Features of your vehicle
114 4
✽
✽
NOTICE
1. The warning may not sound
sequentially depending on the
speed and shapes of the objects
detected.
2. Parking Distance Warning system
may malfunction if the vehicle
bumper height or sensor installa-
tion has been modified. Any non-
factory installed equipment or
accessories may also interfere
with the sensor performance.
3. Sensor may not recognize objects
less than 12 in. (30 cm) from the
sensor, or it may sense an incor-
rect distance. Use with caution.
4. When the sensor is frozen or
stained with snow or water, the
sensor may be inoperative until
the stains are removed using a
soft cloth.
5. Do not push, scratch or strike the
sensor with any hard objects that
could damage the surface of the
sensor. Sensor damage could
occur.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
This system can only sense objects
within 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,
or objects located between sensors
may not be detected.
Always visually check in front and
behind the vehicle when driving.
Be sure to inform any drivers in the
vehicle that may be unfamiliar with
the system regarding the system's
capabilities and limitations.
Pay close attention when the vehicle
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 objects
distance, size or material, all of
which can limit the effectiveness of
the sensor. Always perform a visual
inspection to make sure the vehicle
is clear of all obstructions before
moving the vehicle in any direction.

Features of your vehicle
116 4
Rear View Monitor will activate with
the ignition switch ON, engine ON
and the shift lever in the R (Reverse)
position.This system is a supplemental sys-
tem that shows the area behind the
vehicle on the audio screen while
backing up. If the vehicle is equipped
with a navigation system, then will
display the image on the navigation
screen.
This system is a supplemental sys-
tem only. It is the responsibility of
the driver to always check the
inside/outside rearview mirrors and
the area behind the vehicle before
and while backing up.
Always keep the camera lens
clean. If lens is covered with for-
eign matter, the camera may not
operate normally.
REAR VIEW MONITOR (RVM) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
OCK047403L
OCK048406N
WARNING - Backing &
using camera
Never rely solely on Rear View
Monitor. You must always use
methods of viewing the area
behind you including looking
over both shoulders as well as
continuously checking all three
rear view mirrors. Due to the dif-
ficulty of ensuring that the area
behind you remains clear, always
back up slowly and stop immedi-
ately if you suspect that a per-
son, and especially a child, might
be behind you.

4117
Features of your vehicle
Surround View Monitoring (SVM)
system is not a substitute for proper
and safe parking procedures.
Surround View Monitoring (SVM)
system may not detect every object
surrounding the vehicle. Always drive
safely and use caution when parking.Surround View Monitoring (SVM)
system can assist in parking by
allowing the driver to see around the
vehicle. Push the button into the [ON]
position to operate the system.
To cancel the system, push the but-
ton again.
Operating conditions
- When the Engine Start/Stop
Button is ON position
- When the shift lever is on D, N or R
When the vehicle moves back-
wards, SVM operates automatical-
ly.
When the liftgate and driver/pas-
senger door are opened and the
outside mirror is folded, a warning
is illuminated in SVM system.
If SVM system is not operating nor-
mally, the system should be checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.
SURROUND VIEW MONITORING (SVM) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
OCK047405
OCK048468N
WARNING
This system is a supplemental
system only. It is the responsi-
bility of the driver to always
check the area around the vehi-
cle before and while moving.

Features of your vehicle
118 4
Battery saver function
The purpose of this feature is to
prevent the battery from being dis-
charged if the lights are left in the
ON position. The system automati-
cally shuts off the parking lights 30
seconds after the ignition key is
removed and the driver’s door is
opened and closed.
With this feature, the parking lights
will turn off automatically if the driver
parks on the side of the road at night
and opens the driver’s side door.
If necessary, to keep the parking
lights on when the ignition key is
removed, perform the following:
1) Open the driver-side door.
2) Turn the parking lights OFF and
ON again using the light switch
on the steering column.
Daytime running light
The Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
can make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, and it is especially
helpful after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will turn the dedi-
cated lamp OFF when :
1.The headlight switch is on
- It includes that the headlight is on
in the dark when the headlight
switch is in the auto light position.
2.The engine is off
3.Engaging the Parking Brake
Lighting control
The light switch has a Headlight and
a Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of
the following positions:
(1) OFF position
(2) Auto light position
(3) Parking & Tail light
(4) Headlight position
LIGHTING
OCK047409N

4151
Features of your vehicle
If the air conditioning and outside
(fresh) air position are not selected
automatically, adjust the correspon-
ding button manually. If the posi-
tion is selected, lower fan speed is
adjusted to a higher fan speed.To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the highest
position.
2. Set the temperature to the
extreme hot (HI) position.
3. Press the defroster button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will
be selected automatically and the
air conditioning will turn on
according to the detected ambient
temperature.
Defogging logic
To reduce the possibility of fogging
up the inside of the windshield, the
air intake or air conditioning is con-
trolled automatically according to
certain conditions such as or
position. To cancel automatic defog-
ging logic or return to the automatic
defogging logic, do the following.
OCK047319

Features of your vehicle
164 4
✽
✽
NOTICE
• If it is not possible to close the tray
cover due to the size of your smart
phone or because the tray cover
has been broken, do not use the
wireless smart phone charging
function.
• Even if you're not charging your
smart phone, keep the tray cover
closed at all times when it is left in
the tray. Driving with the tray
cover opened will increase the
chance of accidents and result in
injury as you're highly likely to get
distracted by the smart phone.
• When the interior temperature of
the wireless charging system rises
above a set temperature, the wire-
less charging will cease to func-
tion. After the interior tempera-
ture drops below the threshold,
the wireless charging function will
resume.
• The wireless charging may not
function properly when there is a
heavy accessory cover on the
smart phone.
(Continued)WARNING - Distracted
driving
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never be
used during operation of the
vehicle.CAUTION - Liquid in
Wireless Smart Phone
Charger
To prevent liquid from damaging
the wireless smart phone charg-
ing system in your vehicle,
securely close the tray cover
when charging your phone.
WARNING - Metal in
Wireless Charging System
If any metallic object such as
coins placed between the wire-
less charging system and the
smart phone, the charging may
be disrupted. Also, the metallic
object may heat up and poten-
tially damage the charging sys-
tem. If there is any metallic
object between the smart phone
and the charging pad, immedi-
ately remove the smart phone.
Remove the metallic object
after it has cooled down.