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FORWARD/REVERSE/SIDE PARKING DISTANCE WARNING (PDW)*

While driving at low speed, Forward/ Reverse/Side Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to detect pedestrians or objects and may warn the driver or assist with braking to help avoid a collision.

To activate PDW:

To turn PDW on, press the Parking Safety button (LED illuminated).
To turn PDW off, press the button again (LED not illuminated)
PDW will activate when the ignition is on/ready and the vehicle is in Drive or Reverse

Parking Distance Warning Auto On:

To set the Parking Distance Warning Auto On, at low speeds, enable it in Vehicle Settings in the Infotainment System

To enable in Vehicle Settings in the Infotainment System:

Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button. Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings. Select Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety and select Parking Distance Warning Auto On

Quick Tips:

To adjust the WARNING VOLUME: Press the SETUP button to go to VEHICLE SETTINGS on the Infotainment System. Press VEHICLE, DRIVER ASSISTANCE, and under WARNING METHODS, you can adjust WARNING VOLUME, and turn HAPTIC WARNING and DRIVER SAFETY PRIORITY on or off.
Adjusting the Warning Timing and Warning Methods or Volume will adjust settings for other driver assistance systems

Reminders:

If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 6 mph, PDW may not activate
When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first

*See LEGAL page for legal information

Certain features are available only on select Kia models.

When engaged, Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when moving the vehicle forward or in reverse. Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) may not detect every object in front of or behind the vehicle.

Images are for illustrative purposes only and features or functions may vary on actual vehicle. Refer to section 9 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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