
• This warning message may appear when :
- One or both of the sensors on the
rear bumper is blocked by dirt or snow
or a foreign object.
- Driving in rural areas where the BSD
sensor does not detect another vehicle
for an extended period of time.
- When there is inclement weather
such as heavy snow or rain.
- A trailer or carrier is installed. (To use
the BSD system, remove the trailer or
carrier from your vehicle.)
If any of these conditions occur, the light on the BSD switch and the system will turn off automatically.
When the BSD canceled warning message is displayed in the cluster, check to make sure that the rear bumper is free from any dirt or snow in the areas where the sensor is located. Remove any dirt, snow, or foreign material that could interfere with the radar sensors.
After any dirt or debris is removed, the BSD system should operate normally after about 10 minutes of driving the vehicle.
If the system still does not operate normally have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

If there is a problem with the BSD system, a warning message will appear and the light on the switch will turn off. The system will turn off automatically.We recommend that you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Non-operating condition
RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert): Opening and Closing the Hood
Opening the Hood
Open the left-hand front door.
Fully pull the hood release lever and
let it completely retract.Note: This action releases the hood latch.
Fully pull the hood release lever for a
second time.Note: This action fully releases the hood.
Open the hood.Note: There is no secondary h ...
: Mobile Communications Equipment
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the
safe operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against th ...