Kia EV6: Blind-spot Collision-avoidance Assist (BCA) : (if equipped) / Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction and limitations

Contents:

• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction
• Limitations of Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction

Check Driver Assistance system

If the Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system is not operating properly, a warning message will appear on the instrument cluster for several seconds together with the Master Warning light ().

This warning indicates that the Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system may require inspection, calibration, or service.

If this occurs, have the Kia EV6 inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

The Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system relies on rear corner radar sensors, electronic control modules, mirror warning indicators, and braking support systems for proper operation.

Check side view mirror warning light

If the Kia EV6 outside rear view mirror warning indicator is not functioning correctly, an additional warning message will appear on the instrument cluster for several seconds together with the Master Warning light ().

If this condition occurs, have the Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system inspected and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer.

Proper operation of the side mirror warning lights is essential for effective Kia EV6 blind spot monitoring and collision warning functionality.

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled

Driver Assistance system limited. Radar blocked.

If the Kia EV6 rear bumper area or rear corner radar sensors become covered by foreign material such as snow, ice, heavy rain, mud, or dirt, the detection performance of Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist may become temporarily limited or disabled.

Installing accessories such as trailers, bicycle racks, cargo carriers, or other attachments near the Kia EV6 rear bumper may also interfere with radar detection performance.

Under these conditions, the Kia EV6 instrument cluster will display a warning message together with the Master Warning light ().

In most cases, this does not indicate a permanent malfunction of the Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system.

The Kia EV6 radar obstruction status can be checked through the utility information view on the instrument cluster display.

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist should resume normal operation after foreign material such as snow, rain, mud, or debris is removed from the radar area and any accessories or obstructions are removed from the rear bumper.

After cleaning the sensors or removing the obstruction, restart the Kia EV6 to allow the system to reinitialize properly.

If the Kia EV6 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system still does not operate correctly after removing the obstruction, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING

CAUTION

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Limitations of Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist ➤

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

The electronic systems used in the Kia EV6 comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and are engineered to meet modern communication and electromagnetic compatibility standards.

Operation of the Kia EV6 electronic equipment is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference to other electronic systems or communication equipment, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that could cause undesired operation or temporary interruption of certain Kia EV6 functions.

The advanced driver assistance and safety technologies installed in the Kia EV6 are designed to provide stable operation under normal driving conditions while complying with applicable regulatory requirements.

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