Kia Forte: Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) / FCA front view camera sensor

The sensor is designed to maintain a certain distance from the front end of the vehicle.

However, a sensor covered or dirty with foreign substances, such as dirt or snow, adversely affects the sensing performance. It may even temporarily cancel the FCA. Always keep the sensor and its external parts clean.

Warning message and warning light

When the sensor is covered or the sensor lens is dirty with foreign substances, such as snow or rain, the FCA system may not be able to detect vehicles. In this situation, a warning message ("Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system disabled. Camera blocked") will appear to notify the driver. Remove the foreign substances to allow the FCA system to function property.

This is not a malfunction with the FCA. To operate the FCA again, remove the foreign substances.

The FCA may not properly operate in an area (e.g. open terrain), where vehicles or objects are not detected after turning ON the engine.

✽ NOTICE

• Always keep the sensor clean and free of dirt and debris.
• Be careful not to apply unnecessary force on the sensor. If the sensor is forcibly moved out of proper alignment, the FCA system may not operate correctly. In this situation, a warning message may not be displayed. In this situation, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
• Use only genuine parts to repair or replace a damaged
• Do not tint the window or install stickers, accessories around the inside mirror where the camera is installed.
• Make sure the frontal camera installation point does not get wet.
• Do not impact or remove any camera components.
• Do not place reflective objects(white paper or mirror etc.) on the dashboard. The system may unnecessarily activate or deactivate due to reflection of the sunlight.
• Excessive audio system volume may prevent occupants from hearing the FCA system warning alarm.