Kia Soul: Driving your vehicle / Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system (Camera +Radar type)
FCA system is to reduce or to avoid accident risk. It recognizes the distance
from the vehicle ahead, the pedestrian or the cyclist through the sensors (i.e.
radar and camera), and, if necessary, warns the driver of accident risk with the
warning message or the warning alarms.
❈ Camera+radar type FCA system operates for the vehicle ahead, the pedestrians
or the cyclist in front.
WARNING
Take the following precautions when using the Forward Collision-Avoidance
Assist (FCA) system :
- This system is only a supplemental system and it is not intended to,
nor does it replace the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The
sensing range and objects detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention
to the road conditions at all times.
- NEVER drive too fast in accordance with the road conditions or while
cornering.
- Always drive cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations
from occurring. FCA does not stop the vehicle completely and does not avoid
collisions.
FCA is an assistant system for a driver in a certain risky driving condition and it does not take every responsibility for all risks from driving condition. FCA monitors the driving situations through ...
System setting The driver can activate FCA by placing the engine start/stop button to the ON position and by selecting: "User Settings Driver Assistance Forward safety" - If you select "Active ...
Other information:
Smooth cornering Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear will be held to a minimum. Driving at night Because night driving presents more hazards than driving ...
The transmitter or smart key uses a 3 volt lithium battery which will normally last for several years. When replacement is necessary, use the following procedure. 1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter or smart key cover. 2. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). ...