Kia Optima: Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) system / FCA sensor (Front View Camera)
In order for the FCA system to operate properly, always make sure the sensor
are clean and free of dirt, snow, and debris.
Dirt, snow, or foreign substances on the sensor of its external parts may adversely
affect the sensing performance of the sensor.
✽ NOTICE
- Never install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, or tint
the front windshield.
- Never place any reflective objects (i.e. white paper, mirror) over the dashboard.
Any light reflection may cause a malfunction of the system.
- Make sure the frontal camera does not get wet.
- Never disassemble the camera assembly, or apply any impact on the camera
assembly.
- Playing the vehicle audio system at high volume may prevent occupants from
hearing the FCA warnings.
- Be careful not to apply unnecessary force on the sensor. If the sensor is
forcibly moved out of proper alignment, the system may not operate correctly.
In this case, a warning message may not be displayed. Have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer when the windshield
glass is replaced.
In an urgent situation, the FCA system applies the brakes.
The FCA provides additional braking power for optimum braking performance,
when the driver depresses the brake pedal.
The braking c ...
When the sensor is blocked with dirt, snow, or debris, the FCA system operation
may stop temporarily.
If this occurs, a warning message will appear on the LCD display.
The system will operate no ...
Other information:
Description and operation
Description
1.
The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery is, as the name implies, totally
maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps.
2.
The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery does not require water reple ...
System setting
The Driver Attention Warning system is set to be in the Normal position,
when your vehicle is first delivered to you from the factory.
To turn ON the Driver Attention Warning system, turn on the engine, and
then select 'User Settings → Driver Assistance → Driver Attent ...