Kia Forte: Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Camera + Radar type) / Sensor to detect the distance from the vehicle in front (front radar/camera)

By detecting the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of the vehicle, the sensor helps to operate the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist when the vehicle is at risk of a collision.

In order for the FCA system to operate properly, always make sure the sensor or sensor cover is clean and free of dirt, snow, and debris. Dirt, snow, or foreign substances on the lens may adversely affect the sensing performance of the sensor.

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. Radar 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

• Do not install any accessories, such as license plate molding or sticker, on the sensor area. Nor arbitrarily replace the bumper. Those may adversely affect the sensing performance.
• Always keep the sensor/bumper area clean.
• Use only soft materials to wash the vehicle. Also, do not spray highlypressurized water on the sensor installed on the bumper.
• Be careful not to apply unnecessary force on the frontal sensor area. When the sensor moves out of the correct position due to external force, the system may not operate normally and may not provide a warning light or message. In this situation, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
• Use only a genuine Kia sensor cover, and do not apply any paint on the sensor cover.
• Do not tint the window or install stickers, or accessories around the inside mirror where the camera is installed.
• Make sure the frontal camera installation point does not get wet.
• Do not impact, apply excessive force to, or remove any radar/camera components.
• Do not place reflective objects(white paper or mirrors etc.) on the dashboard. The system may unnecessarily activate or deactivate due to the reflection of sunlight.
• Excessive audio system volume may prevent occupants from hearing the FCA system warning alarm.