Kia Seltos: Safe Exit Warning (SEW) / SEW malfunction and limitations
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SEW malfunction
When Safe Exit Warning is not working properly, a warning message will appear on the cluster, and the master warning light (
) will appear on the cluster. Have SEW inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
When the outside rear view mirror warning light is not working properly, a warning message will appear on the cluster for several seconds, and the master warning light (
) will appear on the instrument cluster. Have the Kia Seltos Safe Exit Warning system inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
SEW disabled
Safe Exit Warning in the Kia Seltos may be temporarily limited or disabled when the rear bumper area around the rear-side radar sensor is covered by foreign material such as snow, rain, mud, ice, or road debris. Installing a trailer, carrier, or similar accessory can also reduce detection performance.
If this occurs, the warning message "Blind-Spot Safety system disabled. Radar blocked" will appear on the instrument cluster.
SEW will operate normally again after the foreign material, trailer, carrier, or other obstruction is removed and the Kia Seltos is restarted.
If Safe Exit Warning does not operate normally after the obstruction has been removed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
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Even if no warning message appears on the cluster, SEW may not operate properly.
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SEW may not operate correctly in open areas where nearby objects are not detected immediately after the vehicle is turned on, or when the detecting sensor is blocked by foreign material right after startup.
CAUTION
Turn off SEW before installing a trailer, carrier, or similar equipment. To use Safe Exit Warning properly, remove the trailer, carrier, or accessory that may block the rear radar.
Other information:
Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Windows
The doors of the Kia Seltos are equipped with power windows that can be operated using the window switches. The power window system provides convenient control for the driver and passengers, while the driver can also restrict rear window operation when needed. Driver's door power window switch Front passenger's door power window switch Rear door left power window switch Rear door right power window switch Window opening and closing Automatic power window up*/down* Power window lock switch *: if equipped NOTICE In cold and wet weather, the power windows may not operate properly because of freezing conditions.Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Automatic climate control system
The Kia Seltos automatic climate control system uses cooling, heating, air intake, fan speed, and air distribution control to help maintain a pleasant cabin environment. When AUTO mode is selected, the system automatically adjusts several settings to reach the selected temperature. Type A Type B Fan speed control button Air intake control button Mode selection button Rear window defroster button Temperature control knob Air conditioning (A/C) button OFF button Front windshield defroster button AUTO automatic control button Climate control display NOTICE Operating the blower when the ignition switch is in the ON position without the engine running may discharge the battery.