Kia EV6: Driver assistance system / Remote Smart Parking Assist check

Check Parking Assist Visit a nearby service center.

If Remote Smart Parking Assist in the Kia EV6 is not functioning correctly, a Check Parking Assist warning message will appear on the infotainment display. When this message is shown, discontinue use of the system and have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer or qualified service facility.

Prompt diagnosis helps ensure that all parking assistance functions continue operating safely and effectively.

Remote Smart Parking Assist canceled

Parking Assist canceled. Please refer to owner's manual.

While Remote Smart Parking Assist is operating, the function may be cancelled automatically depending on vehicle status, surrounding conditions, or safety-related events. When this occurs, the Parking Assist Canceled warning message may appear on the infotainment display.

Additional messages may also be displayed depending on the reason for cancellation. Follow all instructions shown on the screen and remain attentive to the surroundings of the Kia EV6 throughout the parking process.

Even when automated parking assistance is active, the driver remains fully responsible for monitoring the environment and ensuring safe vehicle operation.

Remote Smart Parking Assist standby

Parking Assist conditions not met Please refer to owner's manual.

When the Parking Assist Conditions Not Met message appears after pressing and holding the Parking/View button (), Remote Smart Parking Assist is placed in standby mode.

Wait briefly, then press and hold the Parking/View button () again to determine whether the function can be activated successfully.

The same message may also appear when the smart key battery level is low. If this occurs, inspect the smart key battery and replace it if necessary.

The standby notification may also be displayed when the Kia EV6 is operating in Utility Mode. Refer to the Kia EV6 Quick Reference Guide for additional details regarding Utility Mode operation and its effect on Remote Smart Parking Assist availability.

Some system functions may remain unavailable until all operating requirements are satisfied and the vehicle returns to normal driving status.

Limitations of Remote Smart Parking Assist

Under certain vehicle, environmental, or parking-space conditions, the performance of Remote Smart Parking Assist in the Kia EV6 may be reduced. In these situations, automatic parking or exiting functions may not operate as intended, collision risks may increase, or the system may deactivate automatically. If necessary, manually park or reposition the Kia EV6 to ensure safe operation.

• Accessories have been attached to the steering wheel or steering system components have been modified from factory specifications.

• The Kia EV6 is equipped with snow chains, a temporary spare tire, or wheels and tires that differ from the original dimensions.

• Brake system components, including brake discs, calipers, or related hardware, have been modified or replaced.

• Tire pressures are significantly below or above the recommended specifications for the Kia EV6.

• The vehicle is carrying oversized cargo that extends beyond the body dimensions, or a trailer is connected.

• Wheel alignment is incorrect or suspension components have been modified.

• The Kia EV6 is leaning noticeably to one side because of uneven loading or suspension issues.

• A trailer hitch or towing equipment is installed on the vehicle.

• The license plate has been relocated or mounted differently from the factory position.

• A person, animal, or object is located above, below, or directly adjacent to the ultrasonic sensors when Remote Smart Parking Assist is activated.

• The available parking space is extremely narrow or restricted.

• Obstacles such as pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles, shopping carts, trash bins, narrow posts, or similar objects are positioned close to the parking area.

• A circular column, narrow pillar, or a pillar surrounded by additional objects such as fire extinguishers is located near the parking space.

• The road surface contains curbs, speed bumps, potholes, uneven pavement, or other irregularities.

• The driving surface is slippery because of water, ice, snow, mud, or loose gravel.

• The parking space is located next to a vehicle with high ground clearance, such as a truck, van, bus, or commercial vehicle.

• The parking location is situated on a steep incline or decline.

• Parking-space markings are wet because of rain, melting snow, puddles, or reflective road surfaces.

• The pavement surrounding the parking lines is damaged, cracked, or uneven.

• Parking lines are excessively thin, excessively thick, faded, or partially erased.

• Parking-space markings are covered by snow, leaves, debris, boxes, pedestrians, animals, or other obstacles.

• Strong winds are present and may affect vehicle movement or sensor performance.

• The Kia EV6 is being operated on gravel roads, rough terrain, bushes, or other unsuitable surfaces.

• Ultrasonic sensor performance is affected by extremely high or extremely low ambient temperatures.

• The ultrasonic sensors are covered by snow, ice, water droplets, mud, or dirt.

• Nearby objects are generating ultrasonic signals that interfere with the sensor system.

• Wireless devices or high-powered electrical equipment are operating close to the ultrasonic sensors.

• The Kia EV6 is being affected by another vehicle's Parking Distance Warning system or similar parking-assistance technology.

• The ultrasonic sensor position has changed because of bumper damage or impact.

• Situations in which the ultrasonic sensors may have difficulty detecting obstacles include:

  • Sharp, narrow, or slender objects such as ropes, chains, wires, or small poles.

  • Objects shorter than approximately 40 in (100 cm) in length or narrower than 6 in (14 cm) in diameter.

  • Materials that absorb ultrasonic waves, including clothing, sponge-like materials, foam products, or accumulated snow.

  • A pedestrian, animal, or object positioned extremely close to the sensor detection area.

• Situations in which the wide-angle cameras may incorrectly detect or fail to detect parking lines or obstacles include:

  • Low-profile obstacles such as curbs, narrow objects, ropes, cables, or sharp-edged items.

  • A person, animal, or object located too close to or too far from the Kia EV6.

  • Tall objects positioned high above the ground, such as pickup trucks, elevated cargo, or loading platforms.

  • Dirt, dust, condensation, water droplets, or contamination on the camera lens.

  • Strong sunlight, intense artificial lighting, or bright reflections around the camera.

  • Extremely dark surroundings with insufficient illumination.

  • Road-surface reflections caused by wet pavement, standing water, ice, or reflective materials.

Remote Smart Parking Assist in the Kia EV6 may not operate normally under the following specific circumstances:

When parking on steep uphill or downhill surfaces, the Kia EV6 should be parked manually. Remote Smart Parking Assist may not accurately control vehicle movement on significant slopes.

Remote Smart Parking Assist may stop operating if the Kia EV6 loses traction, slips, or becomes unable to move because of gravel, loose stones, rough pavement, or other challenging road conditions.

Avoid using Remote Smart Parking Assist when parking near buses, trucks, large vans, or vehicles with unusually high ground clearance. Such vehicles may reduce sensor accuracy and increase the risk of a collision involving the Kia EV6.

Parking performance may be reduced when narrow objects, circular columns, square pillars, or structures surrounded by obstacles are located near the intended parking space. In these situations, the driver should manually park the Kia EV6 and verify all clearances visually.

When adjacent vehicles are parked improperly, outside parking lines, or at unusual angles, Remote Smart Parking Assist may have difficulty calculating a safe parking path. Under these conditions, manually positioning the Kia EV6 may provide safer and more accurate results.

WARNING

When Remote Smart Parking Assist is used in a parking area where an adjacent vehicle is parked improperly or outside the designated parking lines, the Kia EV6 may temporarily move across a parking-space boundary to maintain a safe distance from the nearby vehicle. However, when parking lines are clearly visible and accurately recognized, Remote Smart Parking Assist helps position the Kia EV6 parallel to the parking markings for a more precise and controlled parking maneuver.

Remote Smart Parking Assist may not function optimally when the Kia EV6 is attempting to leave a confined parking space located close to a wall or other large structure. Before exiting, carefully inspect the surroundings and ensure that pedestrians, animals, bicycles, and obstacles are not present within the vehicle's path.

For safety reasons, Remote Smart Parking Assist in the Kia EV6 does not search for or recommend parking spaces that are smaller than the minimum dimensions required for safe automated parking. If the available space is too narrow, the system may not activate or may advise the driver to park manually.

Accumulated snow, ice, slush, or slippery winter road conditions may interfere with sensor visibility and vehicle traction. Under these circumstances, Remote Smart Parking Assist may become unavailable, pause operation, or automatically cancel the parking maneuver. Always monitor the Kia EV6 closely when parking in adverse weather conditions.

Remote Smart Parking Assist may not perform correctly in parking areas where parking lines are not parallel or where the parking layout is irregular. Even if the Kia EV6 identifies such a space as available, it is recommended not to rely on automated parking assistance and to park manually instead.

Remote Smart Parking Assist in the Kia EV6 may not operate normally on sloped, curved, or uneven parking surfaces, even when parking-space markings are clearly visible. If a parking space is located on an incline or curved roadway, avoid using the automated parking feature and perform the maneuver manually.

The Remote Operation feature may not function correctly when the Kia EV6 is parked within a diagonal parking space. Detection accuracy and maneuver calculations can be affected by the angle of the parking position, which may limit automated operation.

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