Kia Forte 2019 Owner's Manual page 297

Warning message and warning
light
OBDM058129N
When the sensor is covered or the
sensor lens is dirty with foreign sub-
stances, such as snow or rain, the
FCA system may not be able to
detect vehicles. In this case, a warn-
ing message ("Forward Collision-
Avoidance Assist (FCA) system dis-
abled. Camera blocked") will appear
to notify the driver. Remove the for-
eign substances to allow the FCA
system to function property.
This is not a malfunction with the
FCA. To operate the FCA again,
remove the foreign substances.
The FCA may not properly operate in
an area (e.g. open terrain), where
any vehicles or substances are not
detected after turning ON the engine.
Driving your vehicle
✽ ✽ NOTICE
• Always keep the sensor clean and
free of dirt and debris.
• Be careful not to apply unneces-
sary force on the sensor. If the sen-
sor is forcibly moved out of proper
alignment, the FCA system may
not operate correctly. In this case,
a warning message may not be dis-
played. In this case, have the vehi-
cle inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
• Use only genuine parts to repair or
replace a damaged
• Do not tint the window or install
stickers, accessories around the
inside mirror where the camera is
installed.
• Make sure the frontal camera
installation point does not get wet.
• Do not impact or arbitrarily
remove any camera components.
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