Kia Soul 2023 Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist FCA Owner’s Manual
Introduction
The Kia Soul 2023 is not only a chic and functional compact car, but it also comes with cutting-edge safety features to give you confidence while driving. The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), a cutting-edge technology intended to improve safety by assisting in the prevention or mitigation of frontal collisions, is one such feature.
The Kia Soul 2023’s Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system combines sensors, cameras, and sophisticated algorithms to identify potential collisions with oncoming vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. What you should know about this exceptional safety feature is as follows:
- Collision Detection: The FCA system constantly scans the road in front of your Kia Soul to keep track of the distance between it and the cars or objects in front of it. Additionally, it can recognise pedestrians and cyclists, providing an extra measure of security in a variety of traffic situations.
- Warning Signals: The FCA system will warn the driver visually and audibly if it anticipates a collision. These alerts serve as a reminder to act right away in order to prevent or lessen the impact.
- Automatic Emergency Braking: When a driver ignores warnings in an emergency situation, the FCA system can autonomously apply the brakes to lessen the impact or, if necessary, to completely stop the car. This automatic emergency braking system may help to avoid collisions or lessen their impact.
- Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection: The Kia Soul 2023’s FCA system goes above and beyond simply keeping an eye on other cars by being able to spot pedestrians and cyclists as well. This ability lowers the possibility of accidents involving vulnerable road users and helps to ensure their safety.
- Safety at Intersections: Because there is a higher risk of accidents at intersections, the FCA system is built to recognize and react to potential collisions there. When making turns or coming upon vehicles coming from other directions, it can help in preventing or lessening collisions.
- Advanced Sensor Technology: The Kia Soul 2023 is equipped with cutting-edge cameras and sensors that give the FCA system precise data. Together with the vehicle’s computer systems, these sensors enable quick information processing and prompt decision-making to avoid collisions or lessen their severity.
- Adjustable Settings: The FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023 has adjustable settings that let users change the sensitivity or turn off the feature in accordance with their personal preferences or unique driving circumstances. This guarantees a unique driving experience while preserving safety.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Front Camera Only) (if equipped)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to help detect and monitor the vehicle ahead or help detect pedestrian or cyclist in the roadway and warn the driver that a collision is imminent with a warning message and an audible warning, apply emergency braking.
Detecting sensor
Front view camera
Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.
CAUTION
- Never disassemble the detecting sensor or sensor assembly, or cause any damage to it.
If the detecting sensors have been replaced or repaired, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. - Never install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, or tint the front windshield.
Pay extreme caution to keep the front view camera dry.
Never place any reflective objects (for example, white paper, mirror) over the dashboard.
Do not place any objects near the front windshield or install any accessories on the front windshield. It can affect the performance of the defogging and defrosting function of the cli-mate control system, which may prevent the Driver Assistance systems from operating.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist settings
Forward safety
A: Driver Assistance
- Driving Safety
- Forward Safety
With the vehicle on, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the infotainment system. The initial warning activation timing of For-ward Collision-Avoidance Assist can be changed.
- Forward Safety: Depending on the collision risk levels, an audible warning will sound, and the braking will be assisted. If the following menu is deactivated, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will turn off and the warning light ( ) will appear on the cluster.
The driver can monitor Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist On/Off status from the Settings menu. If the warning light ( ) remains ON when Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is on, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
When the vehicle is restarted, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will always turn on. However, if Forward Safety is deselected, the driver should always be aware of the surroundings and drive safely.
Warning timing
When the trailer is connected, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist automatically turns off (if equipped). In this case, you cannot get help from Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Always drive with care.
Warning timing
A: Driving Safety
- Forward Safety Warning Timing
- Standard
- Late
With the vehicle on, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety → Forward Safety Warning Timing on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety → Forward Safety Warning Timing on the infotainment system to change the initial warning activation timing of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
- Use Standard in normal driving conditions. If the Warning Timing seems sensitive, change it to Late.
- If Late is selected, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, warns the driver more slowly.
Warning volume
A: Driver Assistance
- Warning Volume
- Driving Safety Priority
- High
- Medium
- Low
With the vehicle on, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Warning Volume on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Warning Volume on the infotainment system to change the Warning volume to adjust the Warning volume levels; High, Medium or Low.
If Driving Safety Priority is selected, the audio volume will temporarily decrease to warn the driver with the audible warning for safe driving.
CAUTION
- The setting of the Warning Timing and Warning Volume applies to all functions of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
- Even though Standard is selected for Warning Timing, if the front vehicle suddenly stops, the warning may seem late.
- Select Late for Warning Timing when traffic is light and when driving speed is slow.
NOTICE
- If the vehicle is restarted, Warning timing and Warning volume will maintain the last setting.
- If you change the Warning volume, the Warning volume of other Driver Assistance systems may change.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist operation
Basic function
The basic function for Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is warned and con-trolled by the following level.
- Collision warning
- Emergency braking
- Stopping vehicle and ending brake control
Collision warning
A: Collision Warning
Collision warning will be activated depending on the detected object and your vehicle driving speed.
Collision Warning will be activated in the following conditions.
- Your driving speed: approximately 6~112 mph (10~180 km/h)
Pedestrian or cyclist: approximately 6~50 mph (10~80 km/h)
Emergency braking
A: Emergency Braking
The warning message, and an audible warning will warn the driver that emergency braking will be assisted. The brake assist will be activated and it helps avoiding collision of a vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist.
Emergency braking will be activated depending on the detected object and your vehicle driving speed.
- Your driving speed: approximately 6~37 mph (10~60 km/h)
- Pedestrian or cyclist: approximately 6~37 mph (10~60 km/h)
The function operation range may decrease due to the front traffic condition or the surroundings of the vehicle.
Stopping vehicle and ending brake control
A: Drive carefully
When the vehicle is stopped due to emergency braking, the warning message will appear on the cluster.
For your safety, the driver should depress the brake pedal immediately and check the surroundings.
- Brake control will end after the vehicle is stopped by emergency braking for approximately 2 seconds.
WARNING
- For your safety, change the Settings after parking the vehicle at a safe location.
- The driver should hold the responsibility to control the vehicle. Do not solely depend on Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Rather, maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, depress the brake pedal to reduce driving speed or to stop the vehicle.
- Never deliberately operate Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist on people, objects, etc. It may cause serious injury or death.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate if the driver depresses the brake pedal to avoid collision.
Depending on the road and driving conditions, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may warn the driver late or may not warn the driver. - During Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist operation, the vehicle may stop suddenly injuring passengers and shifting loose objects. Always have the seat belt on and keep loose objects secured.
- If any other function’s warning message is displayed or audible warning is generated, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist warning message may not be displayed and audible warning may not be generated.
- You may not hear the warning sound of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist if the surrounding is noisy.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may turn off or may not operate properly or may operate unnecessarily depending on the road conditions and the surroundings. - Even if there is a problem with For-ward Collision-Avoidance Assist, the vehicle’s basic braking performance will operate properly.
- During emergency braking, braking control by Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will automatically cancel when the driver excessively depresses the accelerator pedal or sharply steers the vehicle.
CAUTION
Depending on the condition of the vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist in front and the surroundings, the speed range to operate Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may reduce. Forward Collision- Avoidance Assist may only warn the driver, or it may not operate.
NOTICE
- When a collision is imminent, the For-ward Collision-Avoidance Assist may assist the driver with brakes if the driver fails to brake enough.
- The images and colors in the instrument cluster may differ depending on the cluster type or theme selected from the settings menu.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction and limitations
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction
A: Check forward safety systems
When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is not working properly, the warning message will appear, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will appear on the cluster. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled
A: Forward safety systems disabled. Camera obscured
When the front windshield where the front view camera is located, front radar cover or sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or rain, it can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
If this occurs the warning message, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will appear on the cluster.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will operate properly when snow, rain or foreign material is removed.
If Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate properly after obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign material) is removed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
- Even though the warning message or warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate.
- warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate. may not properly operate in an area (for example, open terrain), where any objects are not detected after turning ON the vehicle.
Limitations of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate properly, or it may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:
- The detecting sensor or the surroundings are contaminated or damaged
- The temperature around the front view camera is high or low due to sur-rounding environment
- The camera lens is contaminated due to tinted, filmed or coated windshield, damaged glass, or sticky foreign material (sticker, bug, etc.) on the glass
- Moisture is not removed or frozen on the windshield
Washer fluid is continuously sprayed, or the wiper is on
Driving in heavy rain or snow, or thick fog
The field of view of the front view camera is obstructed by sun glare
Street light or light from an oncoming traffic is reflected on the wet road sur-face, such as a puddle on the road - An object is placed on the dashboard
Your vehicle is being towed
The surrounding is very bright or the surrounding is very dark, such as in a tunnel, etc.
The brightness changes suddenly, for example when entering or exiting a tunnel - The brightness outside is low, and the headlamps are not on or are not bright
- Only part of the vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist is detected
- The vehicle or motorcycle in front is a bus, heavy truck, truck with an unusually shaped cargo, trailer, etc.
- The vehicle in front has no tail lights, tail lights are located unusually, etc.
The brightness outside is low, and the
tail lamps are not on or are not bright
The rear of the front vehicle is small or the vehicle does not look normal, such as when the vehicle is tilted, over-turned, or the side of the vehicle is visible, etc. - The front vehicle’s ground clearance is low or high
A vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist suddenly cuts in front
The vehicle in front is detected late - The vehicle in front is suddenly blocked by an obstacle
The vehicle in front suddenly changes lane or suddenly reduces speed
The vehicle in front is bent out of shape
The front vehicle speed is fast or slow
The vehicle in front steers in the opposite direction of your vehicle to avoid a collision - With a vehicle in front, your vehicle changes lane at low speed
- The vehicle in front is covered with snow
- You are departing or returning to the lane
- Unstable driving
- You are on a roundabout and the vehicle or motorcycle in front is not detected
- You are continuously driving in a circle
- The vehicle in front has an unusual shape
The vehicle in front is driving uphill or downhill
The pedestrian or cyclist is not fully detected, for example, if the pedestrian is leaning over or is not fully walking upright - The pedestrian or cyclist is wearing clothing or equipment that makes it difficult to detect
The illustration above shows the image the front view camera and front radar are capable of detecting as a vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist.
- The pedestrian or cyclist in front is moving very quickly
The pedestrian or cyclist in front is short or is posing a low posture
The pedestrian or cyclist in front has impaired mobility or moving intersected with the driving direction - There is a group of pedestrians, cyclists or a large crowd in front
- The pedestrian or cyclist is wearing clothing that easily blends into the background, making it difficult to detect
- The pedestrian or cyclist is difficult to distinguish from the similarly shaped structure in the surroundings
- You are driving by a pedestrian,
cyclist, traffic signs, structures, etc., near the intersection
When driving in the following places – Driving through steam, smoke or shadow- Driving through a tunnel or iron bridge
- Driving in large areas where there are few vehicles or structures (i.e. desert, meadow, suburb, etc.)
- Driving in a parking lot
- Driving through toll gate, construction areas, partially paved roads, bumpy roads, speed bumps, etc.
- Driving near areas containing metal substances, such as a construction zone, railroad, etc.
- Driving on an incline road, curved road, etc.
- Driving through a roadside with trees or streetlights
- Driving through a narrow road where trees or grass are overgrown
- There is interference by electromagnetic waves, such as driving in an area with strong radio waves or electrical noise
The adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations while driving
Your vehicle height is low or high due to heavy loads, abnormal tire pressure, etc.
WARNING
- Driving on a curved road
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not detect other vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists in front of you when driving on curved roads adversely affecting the performance of the sensors. This may result in no warning, braking assist when necessary.
When driving on a curve, you must maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, steer the vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may detect a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist in the next lane or outside the lane when driving on a curved road.
If this occurs, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may unnecessarily warn the driver and control the brake. Always check the traffic conditions around the vehicle.
- Driving on an inclined road
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not detect other vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists in front of you while driving uphill or downhill, adversely affecting the performance of the sensors.
This may result in unnecessary warning, braking assist or no warning, braking assist when necessary.
Also, vehicle speed may rapidly decrease when a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist ahead is suddenly detected.
Always have your eyes on the road while driving uphill or downhill and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
- Changing lanes
[A]: Your vehicle,
[B]: Lane changing vehicle
When a vehicle (B) moves into your lane from an adjacent lane, it cannot be detected by the sensor until it is in the sensor’s detection range.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not immediately detect the vehicle when the vehicle changes lanes abruptly. In this case, you must maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
[A]: Your vehicle,
[B]: Lane changing vehicle,
[C]: Same lane vehicle
When a vehicle (B) in front of you merges out of the lane, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not immediately detect the vehicle (C) that is now in front of you. In this case, you must maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
- Detecting vehicle
If the vehicle in front of you has cargo that extends rearward from the cab, or when the vehicle in front of you has higher ground clearance, additional special attention is required. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not be able to detect the cargo extending from the vehicle. In these instances, you must maintain a safe braking distance from the rearmost object, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain distance.
WARNING
- When you are towing a trailer or another vehicle, turn off Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist for safety rea-sons. If you tow a European spec trailer, the function may be limited.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may operate if objects that are similar in shape or characteristics to vehicles, motorcycles, pedestrians and cyclists are detected.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate on bicycles, or smaller wheeled objects, such as lug-gage bags, shopping carts, or strollers.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
may not operate properly if interfered by strong electromagnetic waves.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate for 15 seconds after the vehicle is started, or the front view camera is initialized.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion) (if equipped)
Basic function
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to help detect and monitor the vehicle ahead or help detect a powered two-wheeler, pedestrian or cyclist in the roadway and warn the driver that a collision is imminent with a warning message and warning and apply emergency braking.
Junction Turning function
Junction Turning function can help avoid a collision with an oncoming vehicle in an adjacent lane when turning left at a crossroad with the turn signal on by applying emergency braking.
Detecting sensor
Front view camera
Front radar
Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.
CAUTION
Take the following precautions to maintain optimal performance of the detecting sensor:
- Never disassemble the detecting sensor or sensor assembly, or cause any damage to it.
- If the detecting sensors have been replaced or repaired, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
- Never install any accessories or stickers on the front windshield, or tint the front windshield.
Pay extreme caution to keep the front view camera dry.
Never place any reflective objects (for example, white paper, mirror) over the dashboard.
Do not place any objects near the front windshield or install any accessories on the front windshield. It can affect the performance of the defogging and defrosting function of the climate control system, which may prevent the Driver Assistance systems from operating. - Do not apply license plate frame or objects, such as a bumper sticker, film or a bumper guard, near the front radar cover.
- Always keep the front radar and cover clean and free of dirt and debris.
Use only a soft cloth to wash the vehicle. Do not spray pressurized water directly on the sensor or sensor cover. - If the radar or around the radar has been damaged or impacted in any way, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate even though a warning message does not appear on the cluster. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
- The genuine Kia front radar sensor covers are parts with quality and performance ensured. If arbitrarily applying paint on or changing the cover, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not function properly. Use only Kia Genuine Parts or those of an equivalent standard with proven quality and performance to repair or replace the radar sensor covers.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist settings
Forward safety 
A: Driver Assistance
- Driving Safety
- Forward Safety
With the vehicle on, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the infotainment system. The initial warning activation timing of For-ward Collision-Avoidance Assist can be changed.
- Forward Safety: Depending on the collision risk levels, an audible warning will sound and the braking will be assisted. If the following menu is deactivated, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will turn off and the warning light ( ) will appear on the cluster.
The driver can monitor Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist On/Off status from the Settings menu. If the warning light ( ) remains ON when Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is on, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
When the vehicle is restarted, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will always turn on. However, if Forward Safety is deselected, the driver should always be aware of the surroundings and drive safely.
CAUTION
When the trailer is connected, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist automatically turns off (if equipped). In this case, you cannot get help from Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Always drive with care.
Forward Safety Warning Timing
A: Driving safety
- Forward Safety Warning Timing
- Standard
- Late
With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver assistance → Driving safety → Forward Safety Warning Timing on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver assistance → Driving safety → Forward Safety Warning Timing on the infotainment system to change the initial warning activation timing of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
- Use Standard in normal driving conditions. If the Warning Timing seems sensitive, change it to Late.
- If Late is selected, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, warns the driver more slowly.
Warning volume
A: Driver Assistance
- Warning Volume
- Driving Safety Priority
- High
- Medium
- Low
With the vehicle on, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Warning Volume on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Warning Volume on the infotainment system to change the Warning volume to adjust the Warning volume levels; High, Medium or Low.
If Driving Safety Priority is selected, the audio volume will temporarily decrease to warn the driver with the audible warning for safe driving.
CAUTION
- The setting of the Warning Timing and Warning Volume applies to all functions of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
- Even though Standard is selected for Warning Timing, if the front vehicle suddenly stops, the warning may seem late.
- Select Late for Warning Timing when traffic is light and when driving speed is slow.
NOTICE
- If the vehicle is restarted, Warning timing and Warning volume will maintain the last setting.
- If you change the Warning volume, the Warning volume of other Driver Assistance systems may change.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist operation
Basic function
The basic function for Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is warned and con-trolled by the following level.
- Collision warning
- Emergency braking
- Stopping vehicle and ending brake control
- Collision warning
A: Collision Warning
Collision warning will alert the driver with a warning message, and an audible warning.
Collision warning will be activated depending on the detected object and your vehicle driving speed.
- Your driving speed: approximately 6~124 mph (10~200 km/h)
Pedestrian or cyclist: approximately 6~53 mph (10~85 km/h)
Emergency braking
A: Emergency Braking
The warning message, and an audible warning will warn the driver that emergency braking will be assisted. The brake assist will be activated and it helps avoiding collision of a vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist.
Emergency braking will be activated depending on the detected object and your vehicle driving speed.
- Your driving speed:
| Driving target | Stopped target | |
| Weak braking power | approximately 6~124 mph (10~200 km/ h) | |
| Strong braking power | approximately 6~80 mph (10~130 km/h) | approximately 6~47 mph (10~75 km/h) |
- CAUTION
The function operation range may decrease due to the front traffic condition or the surroundings of the vehicle.
Stopping vehicle and ending brake control
A: Drive carefully
When the vehicle is stopped due to emergency braking, the warning message will appear on the cluster.
For your safety, the driver should depress the brake pedal immediately and check the surroundings.
- Brake control will end after the vehicle is stopped by emergency braking for approximately 2 seconds.
NOTICE
For more details on warning messages, refer to “Collision warning” on page 5-55.
WARNING
- For your safety, change the Settings after parking the vehicle at a safe location.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate in all situations or cannot avoid all collisions. - The driver should hold the responsibility to control the vehicle. Do not solely depend on Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. Rather, maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, depress the brake pedal to reduce driving speed or to stop the vehicle.
- Never deliberately operate Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist on people, objects, etc. It may cause serious injury or death.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate if the driver depresses the brake pedal to avoid collision.
- Depending on the road and driving conditions, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may warn the driver late or may not warn the driver.
- During Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist operation, the vehicle may stop suddenly injuring passengers and shifting loose objects. Always have the seat belt on and keep loose objects secured.
- If any other function’s warning message is displayed or audible warning is generated, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist warning message may not be displayed and audible warning may not be generated.
- You may not hear the warning sound
of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist if the surrounding is noisy.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may turn off or may not operate properly or may operate unnecessarily depending on the road conditions and the surroundings. - Even if there is a problem with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, the vehicle’s basic braking performance will operate properly.
- During emergency braking, braking control by Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will automatically cancel when the driver excessively depresses the accelerator pedal or sharply steers the vehicle.
CAUTION
- Depending on the condition of the vehicle, motorcycle, pedestrian and cyclist in front and the surroundings, the speed range to operate Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may reduce. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may only warn the driver, or it may not operate.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will operate under certain conditions by judging the risk level based on the condition of the oncoming vehicle, driving direction, speed and surroundings.
NOTICE
- In a situation where collision is imminent, braking may be assisted by For-ward Collision-Avoidance Assist when braking is insufficient by the driver.
- The images and colors in the instrument cluster may differ depending on the cluster type or theme selected from the settings menu.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction and limitations
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction
A: Check forward safety systems
When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is not working properly, the warning message will appear, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will appear on the cluster. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled
A: Forward safety systems disabled. Camera obscured
When the front windshield where the front view camera is located, front radar cover or sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or rain, it can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.
If this occurs the warning message, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will appear on the cluster.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will operate properly when snow, rain or foreign material is removed.
If Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate properly after obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign material) is removed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
- Even though the warning message or warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate.
- warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate. may not properly operate in an area (for example, open terrain), where any objects are not detected after turning ON the vehicle.
Limitations of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate properly, or it may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:
- The detecting sensor or the surroundings are contaminated or damaged
- The temperature around the front view camera is high or low due to sur-rounding environment
- The camera lens is contaminated due to tinted, filmed or coated windshield, damaged glass, or sticky foreign material (sticker, bug, etc.) on the glass
- Moisture is not removed or frozen on the windshield
Washer fluid is continuously sprayed, or the wiper is on
Driving in heavy rain or snow, or thick fog
The field of view of the front view camera is obstructed by sun glare
Street light or light from an oncoming traffic is reflected on the wet road sur-face, such as a puddle on the road - An object is placed on the dashboard
Your vehicle is being towed
The surrounding is very bright or the surrounding is very dark, such as in a tunnel, etc.
The brightness changes suddenly, for example when entering or exiting a tunnel - The brightness outside is low, and the headlamps are not on or are not bright
- Only part of the vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist is detected
- The vehicle or motorcycle in front is a bus, heavy truck, truck with an unusually shaped cargo, trailer, etc.
- The vehicle in front has no tail lights, tail lights are located unusually, etc.
The brightness outside is low, and the
tail lamps are not on or are not bright
The rear of the front vehicle is small or the vehicle does not look normal, such as when the vehicle is tilted, over-turned, or the side of the vehicle is visible, etc. - The front vehicle’s ground clearance is low or high
A vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist suddenly cuts in front
The vehicle in front is detected late - The vehicle in front is suddenly blocked by an obstacle
The vehicle in front suddenly changes lane or suddenly reduces speed
The vehicle in front is bent out of shape
The front vehicle speed is fast or slow
The vehicle in front steers in the opposite direction of your vehicle to avoid a collision - With a vehicle in front, your vehicle changes lane at low speed
- The vehicle in front is covered with snow
- You are departing or returning to the lane
- Unstable driving
- You are on a roundabout and the vehicle or motorcycle in front is not detected
- You are continuously driving in a circle
- The vehicle in front has an unusual shape
The vehicle in front is driving uphill or downhill
The pedestrian or cyclist is not fully detected, for example, if the pedestrian is leaning over or is not fully walking upright - The pedestrian or cyclist is wearing clothing or equipment that makes it difficult to detect
The illustration above shows the image the front view camera and front radar are capable of detecting as a vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist.
- The pedestrian or cyclist in front is moving very quickly
The pedestrian or cyclist in front is short or is posing a low posture
The pedestrian or cyclist in front has impaired mobility or moving intersected with the driving direction - There is a group of pedestrians, cyclists or a large crowd in front
- The pedestrian or cyclist is wearing clothing that easily blends into the background, making it difficult to detect
- The pedestrian or cyclist is difficult to distinguish from the similarly shaped structure in the surroundings
- You are driving by a pedestrian,
cyclist, traffic signs, structures, etc., near the intersection
When driving in the following places – Driving through steam, smoke or shadow- Driving through a tunnel or iron bridge
- Driving in large areas where there are few vehicles or structures (i.e. desert, meadow, suburb, etc.)
- Driving in a parking lot
- Driving through toll gate, construction areas, partially paved roads, bumpy roads, speed bumps, etc.
- Driving near areas containing metal substances, such as a construction zone, railroad, etc.
- Driving on an incline road, curved road, etc.
- Driving through a roadside with trees or streetlights
- Driving through a narrow road where trees or grass are overgrown
- There is interference by electromagnetic waves, such as driving in an area with strong radio waves or electrical noise
The adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations while driving
Your vehicle height is low or high due to heavy loads, abnormal tire pressure, etc.
WARNING
- Driving on a curved road
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may detect a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist in the next lane or outside the lane when driving on a curved road.
If this occurs, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may unnecessarily warn the driver and control the brake. Always check the traffic conditions around the vehicle. - Driving on an inclined road
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may detect a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist in the next lane or outside the lane when driving on a curved road.
If this occurs, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may unnecessarily warn the driver and control the brake. Always check the traffic conditions around the vehicle.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not detect other vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists in front of you while driving uphill or downhill, adversely affecting the performance of the sensors.
This may result in unnecessary warning, braking assist or no warning, braking assist when necessary.
Also, vehicle speed may rapidly decrease when a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist ahead is suddenly detected.
Always have your eyes on the road while driving uphill or downhill and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
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- Changing lanes
[A]: Your vehicle,
[B]: Lane changing vehicle
When a vehicle (B) moves into your lane from an adjacent lane, it cannot be detected by the sensor until it is in the sensor’s detection range.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not immediately detect the vehicle when the vehicle changes lanes abruptly. In this case, you must maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
[A]: Your vehicle,
[B]: Lane changing vehicle,
[C]: Same lane vehicle
When a vehicle (B) in front of you merges out of the lane, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not immediately detect the vehicle (C) that is now in front of you. In this case, you must maintain a safe braking distance, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain a safe distance.
- Detecting vehicle
If the vehicle in front of you has cargo that extends rearward from the cab, or when the vehicle in front of you has higher ground clearance, additional special attention is required. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not be able to detect the cargo extending from the vehicle. In these instances, you must maintain a safe braking distance from the rearmost object, and if necessary, steer your vehicle and depress the brake pedal to reduce your driving speed in order to maintain distance.
WARNING
- When you are towing a trailer or another vehicle, turn off Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist for safety rea-sons. If you tow a European spec trailer, the function may be limited.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may operate if objects that are similar in shape or characteristics to vehicles, motorcycles, pedestrians and cyclists are detected.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate on bicycles, or smaller wheeled objects, such as lug-gage bags, shopping carts, or strollers.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
may not operate properly if interfered by strong electromagnetic waves.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate for 15 seconds after the vehicle is started, or the front view camera is initialized.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following three conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Radio frequency radiation expo-sure information:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator (antenna) and your body. This transmitter must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FAQs
- What is Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)?
The Kia Soul 2023 has an advanced safety feature called Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), which helps detect potential frontal collisions and can automatically apply the brakes to lessen or prevent the impact. - How does the FCA system work in the Kia Soul 2023?
The FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023 makes use of sensors and cameras to keep track of how far behind your car is from other cars, pedestrians, or cyclists. When necessary, it can apply emergency braking or warn of impending collisions. - Can the FCA system detect pedestrians and cyclists?
The FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023 is made to detect other vehicles as well as pedestrians and cyclists. By lowering the possibility of accidents involving vulnerable road users, this feature improves safety. - What happens when the FCA system detects a potential collision?
The FCA system warns the driver visually and audibly when it anticipates an impending collision. The system can automatically apply the brakes to avoid a collision or to stop the car if the driver doesn’t react. - Can I customize the sensitivity of the FCA system?
Yes, you can adjust the FCA system’s sensitivity in the Kia Soul 2023. The settings can be changed to suit your preferences or the traffic situation. Instructions on how to modify FCA settings can be found in the owner’s manual. - Does the FCA system work at all speeds?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2023’s FCA system is built to function at a range of speeds, including both high and low speeds. In a variety of driving circumstances, it can identify potential collisions and react to them. - Can I disable the FCA feature?
In the Kia Soul 2023, you do have the choice to turn off the FCA feature. To maximise safety, it is advised to keep the feature turned on. For instructions on how to activate or deactivate the FCA system, refer to the owner’s manual. - Does the FCA system work in all weather conditions?
The Kia Soul 2023’s FCA system is made to function in a variety of weather conditions. Extreme weather, though, like snow, fog, or a lot of rain, might have an impact on how well it works. Driving cautiously is crucial in these circumstances - Can the FCA system prevent all collisions?
The FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023 is intended to lessen the severity of frontal collisions, but it cannot guarantee that all collisions will be avoided. Drivers must continue to pay attention and adopt defensive driving techniques. - Can the FCA system detect stationary objects?
The Kia Soul 2023’s FCA system can detect stationary objects in its path, so the answer is yes. In order to avoid or lessen the impact with stationary objects, it issues warnings and has the ability to apply emergency braking. - Does the FCA system replace the need for attentive driving?
The FCA system is not a replacement for careful driving. While it improves safety, it’s critical for drivers to keep their attention on the road, foresee potential hazards, and respond appropriately when necessary. - Can the FCA system be affected by vehicle maintenance or damage?
Yes, the FCA system’s performance may be impacted by vehicle upkeep and damage. To keep the system functioning properly, it’s imperative to perform regular maintenance and to take immediate action if there are any problems or damages. - Are there any limitations to the FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023?
The FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023 has certain limitations. It may not detect all objects or pedestrians in certain conditions, such as low visibility or obstructed sensors. It’s important to familiarize yourself with the system’s limitations outlined in the owner’s manual. - Can the FCA system be retrofitted or added as an accessory?
Since the FCA system is a standard feature, older Kia Soul models cannot have it retrofitted or added as an accessory. On more recent models, it is frequently offered as either standard or optional equipment. - Where can I find more information about the FCA system in the Kia Soul 2023?
Consult the owner’s manual that came with the Kia Soul 2023 for more comprehensive details about the FCA system, including specific operation guidelines, rules, and restrictions. It includes thorough data that is tailored to your particular vehicle model.
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