Kia Sportage: Rear parking assist system / Rear parking assist system precautions
- 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 performance.
- The sensor may not recognize objects less than 12 in. (30 cm) 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 rear parking assist system 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 matter, ...
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 rear parking assist s ...
Other information:
Have the coolant changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this chapter.
Put a thick cloth around the radiator cap before refilling the coolant in order
to prevent the coolant from overflowing into engine parts such as the alternator.
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Inspection
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Wrap tin foil around the end of the voltmeter test lead to prevent
damaging the heater line. Apply pressure on the tin foil with
hand and move the tin foil al ...