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Kia Seltos: Driver assistance system / Driver Attention Warning (DAW)

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Inattentive Driving Warning function

Driver Attention Warning (DAW) in the Kia Seltos monitors driving patterns while the vehicle is being driven. If the system determines that the driver's attention level has dropped below a certain point, DAW may recommend taking a break to help support safer driving.

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert function

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert informs the driver when the detected vehicle in front begins moving away from a stop.

Detecting sensor

Kia Seltos Driver Attention Warning DAW front view camera detecting sensor

[1]: Front view camera

The front view camera is used as a detecting sensor to help monitor driving patterns and detect when the vehicle ahead departs while your Kia Seltos is being driven.

Refer to the image above for the detailed location of the detecting sensor.

Kia Seltos DAW caution for front view camera condition and performance

CAUTION

  • Always keep the front view camera in good condition to maintain the best possible performance of DAW.

  • For more details about front view camera precautions, refer to More Details.

DAW settings ➤

DAW operation

DAW malfunction and limitations

Other information:

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Limitations of NSCC

Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) in the Kia Seltos may not operate properly under certain road, navigation, weather, or system conditions. The driver must always monitor the road and remain ready to control speed manually. The navigation system is not operating properly. Map information is not transmitted because of abnormal infotainment system operation.

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning helps warn the driver if a person, animal, or object is detected within a certain distance from the ultrasonic sensors while the Kia Seltos is moving forward or in reverse. [1]: Front ultrasonic sensors [2]: Rear ultrasonic sensors Refer to the images above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.