Kia Picanto: Driver assistance guide / Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA): (if equipped)

The detection range can vary with the Kia Picanto’s speed. A vehicle may be in the blind spot without triggering a warning if you pass it at high speed.

The timing of a warning can vary according to the speed of the vehicle approaching from behind.

• Do not disassemble or damage the detecting sensor assembly.

• If a sensor or the area around it is damaged or has been struck, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist may not work correctly, even if no warning appears on the instrument cluster. Have the system inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• If a detecting sensor has been replaced or repaired, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• The rear corner radar sensors are mounted in the rear bumper, which is designed to meet Kia’s quality and performance requirements. Applying paint to the bumper or replacing it with an unsuitable part may affect system operation. For repair or replacement, use Kia Genuine Parts or parts of an equivalent standard with proven quality and performance.

• Do not place a licence plate frame, bumper sticker, film, bumper guard or other object near the rear corner radar.

• The system may not work correctly if the bumper has been replaced, or if the area around a rear corner radar sensor has been damaged or repainted.

• A trailer, carrier or similar equipment may interfere with the rear corner radar and affect system performance. Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate while such equipment is fitted.