Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert is designed to alert the driver if the LVDA system detects the vehicle directly in front start to move or depart from a stop. When LVDA is on, your vehicle is stopped, and LVDA detects that the leading vehicle is driving away, LVDA sounds an alert to let you know you can start driving. If no action is taken after the vehicle in front drives away, then a message 
will appear on the Instrument Cluster.
- To turn LVDA on, press the MODE button
on the Steering Wheel, and go to User Settings 
in the Instrument Cluster. Press the OK button 
up/down and select Drive Assistance, then press the OK button to select. Go to Driver Attention Warning and then Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- To access settings through the Vehicle Settings in the Infotainment System, press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button. Press VEHICLE
, press Driver Attention Warning, then Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
Reminders:
- When the ignition is cycled, DAW keeps its previous state, on or off
- Always check the front of the vehicle and road conditions before departure
*See LEGAL page for legal information
Certain features are available only on select Kia models.
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. Refer to section 7 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
LVDA is a supplemental function and is not a substitute for safe driving. The driver remains responsible for maintaining a proper and safe speed for the vehicle.
