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

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

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 on the Infotainment System.

To enable in Vehicle Settings on 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 does not operate
  • 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. 

PDW is not a substitute for proper and safe parking and backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. Parking Distance Warning (PDW) may not detect every object in front of or behind the vehicle.

Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. Refer to section 10 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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