Kia Stinger 2022 Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

The Kia Stinger 2022 is equipped with Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), a cutting-edge driver assistance feature designed to enhance safety and convenience on the road. LKA utilizes advanced camera or sensor technology to monitor the vehicle’s position within its lane. By detecting lane markings, LKA can provide corrective steering inputs to help keep the vehicle centred and prevent unintentional drifting. This feature is particularly useful during long highway drives or when fatigue may be a factor. It is important to note that LKA is a driver assistance system and does not replace the need for attentive and responsible driving. The Kia Stinger 2022’s Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) offers an additional layer of support to promote safe and confident driving experiences.

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Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)

Lane Keeping Assist is designed to help detect the lane markers (or road edges) while driving over a certain speed. The function will warn the driver if the vehicle leaves the lane without using the turn signal, or will automatically assist the driver’s steering to help prevent the vehicle from departing the lane.

NOTICE
LKA stands for Lane Keeping Assist.

Detecting sensor

[1]: Front view camera

The front view camera is used as a detecting sensor to detect lane markings (or road edges).
Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensor.

CAUTION
For more details on the precautions of the front view camera, refer to “Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor fusion)” on pages 5-65.

Function settings

Setting

Lane Safety
With the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, select ‘Driver Assistance → Lane Safety’ from the setting menu to set whether or not to use each function.

• If Assist is selected, the function will automatically assist the driver’s steering when lane departure is detected to help prevent the vehicle from moving out of its lane.
• If Warning Only is selected, the function will warn the driver with an audible warning when lane departure is detected. The driver must steer the vehicle.
• If Off is selected, the function will turn off. The indicator light will turn off on the cluster.

WARNING

• If Warning Only is selected, steering is not assisted.
• Lane Keeping Assist does not control the steering wheel when the vehicle is driven in the middle of the lane.
• The driver should always be aware of the surroundings and steer the vehicle if Off is selected.

Turning the function ON/OFF

With the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, press and hold the Lane Safety button located on the instrument panel to turn on Lane Keeping Assist. The white indicator light ( ) will illuminate the cluster. Press and hold the button again to turn off the function.

NOTICE

• If the engine is restarted, Lane Keeping Assist will maintain the last setting.
• When Lane Keeping Assist is turned off with the Lane Safety button, Lane Safety system settings will turn off.

To activate/deactivate LKA, with the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, press and hold the Lane Driving Assist button ( ) located on the steering wheel to turn off Lane Keeping Assist. Press and hold the button again to turn on the function.
The indicator ( ) in the cluster display will initially illuminate white. If you press and hold the Lane Driving Assist button located on the steering wheel, LKA will be turned off and the indicator on the cluster display will go off.

NOTICE
When Lane Keeping Assist is turned off with the Lane Driving Assist button, Lane Safety settings will turn off.

Warning Volume

With the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, select Driver Assistance → Warning Volume from the User Settings (LCD display) or Setup → Vehicle (Infotainment System screen) to change the Warning Volume to High, Medium, Low for Lane Keeping Assist.
If you change the Warning Volume, the Warning Volume of other Driver Assistance systems may be changed.

NOTICE
If your vehicle is equipped with an additional Infotainment System, please scan the QR code in a separately supplied Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.

Function operation

Warning and Control
Lane Keeping Assist will warn and control the vehicle with Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist.

Lane Departure Warning

Left

Right

• To warn the driver that the vehicle is departing from the projected lane in front, the green indicator light will blink on the cluster, the lane line will blink on the cluster depending on which direction the vehicle is veering, and an audible warning will sound.
• The function will operate when your vehicle speed is between approximately 40~120 mph (60~200 km/h).

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Lane Keeping Assist

• To warn the driver that the vehicle is departing from the projected lane in front, the green indicator light will blink on the cluster, and the steering wheel will make adjustments to keep the vehicle inside the lane.
• The function will operate when your vehicle speed is between approximately 40~120 mph (60~200 km/h).

Hands-off warning

If the driver takes their hands off the steering wheel for several seconds, the Keep hands on steering wheel warning message will appear on the cluster, and an audible warning will sound in stages.

WARNING

• The steering wheel may not be assisted if the steering wheel is held very tight or the steering wheel is steered over a certain degree.
• Lane Keeping Assist does not operate at all times. It is the responsibility of the driver to safely steer the vehicle and to maintain the vehicle in its lane.
• The hands-off warning message may appear late depending on road conditions. Always have your hands on the steering wheel while driving.
• If the steering wheel is held very lightly, the hands-off warning message may appear because the function may not recognize that the driver has their hands on the steering wheel.
• If you attach objects to the steering wheel, the hands-off warning may not work properly.

NOTICE

• For more details on setting the functions in the infotainment function, refer to “LCD display modes” on page 4-75.
• When lane markings (or road edges) are detected, the lane lines on the cluster will change from gray to white and the green indicator light will illuminate if LKA is operable.

Lane undetected

Lane detected

• Even though the steering is assisted by Lane Keeping Assist, the driver may control the steering wheel.
• The steering wheel may feel heavier or lighter when the steering wheel is assisted by Lane Keeping Assist than when it is not.

Function malfunction and limitations

Function malfunction

When Lane Keeping Assist is not working properly, the Check Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system, a warning message will appear and the yells indicator light will illuminate on the cluster. In this case, have the function checked by an authorized Kia dealer?

Limitations of the function
Lane Keeping Assist may not operate normally or may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:

• The lane is contaminated or difficult to distinguish because,
  • The lane markings (or road edge) is covered with rain, snow, dirt, oil, etc.
  • The color of the lane marking (or road edge) is not distinguishable from the road
  • There are markings (or road edges) on the road near the lane or the markings (or road edges) on the road look similar to the lane markings (or road edge)
  • The lane marking (or road edge) is indistinct or damaged
  • The shadow is on the lane marking (or road edge) by a median strip, trees, guardrail, noise barriers, etc.
• There are more than two-lane markings (or road edges) on the road
• The lane number increases or decreases, or the lane markings (or road edges) are crossing
• The lane markings (or road edges) are complicated or a structure substitutes for the lines, such as a construction area
• There are road markings, such as zigzag lanes, crosswalk markings, and road signs
• The lane suddenly disappears, such as at the intersection
• The lane (or road width) is very wide or narrow
• There is a road edge without a lane
• There is a boundary structure in the roadway, such as a tollgate, sidewalk, curb, etc.
• The distance to the front vehicle is extremely short or the vehicle in front is covering the lane marking (or road edge)

CAUTION
For more details on the limitations of the front view camera, refer to “Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor fusion)” on pages 5-65.

WARNING
Take the following precautions when using Lane Keeping Assist:

• The driver should hold the responsibility to safely drive and control the vehicle. Do not solely rely on the function and drive dangerously.
• The operation of Lane Keeping Assist can be cancelled or not work properly depending on road conditions and surroundings. Always be cautious while driving.
• Refer to “Limitations of the function” on pages 5-87, if the lane is not detected properly.
• When you are towing a trailer or another vehicle, we recommend that Lane Keeping Assist is turned off due to safety reasons.
• If the vehicle is driven at high speed, the steering wheel will not be controlled. The driver must always follow the speed limit when using the function.

Q &A

Q: What is Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) in the Kia Stinger 2022?
A: Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) is a driver assistance feature in the Kia Stinger 2022 that helps keep the vehicle within its lane by providing steering inputs.

Q: How does Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) work?
A: LKA uses a camera or sensors to monitor lane markings on the road. If the vehicle starts to drift out of the lane without signalling, LKA applies corrective steering to keep it centred.

Q: Is Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) always active in the Stinger 2022?
A: LKA can usually be enabled or disabled by the driver. It may also have specific activation requirements, such as a minimum speed, to ensure optimal operation.

Q: Does Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) work at all speeds?
A: LKA is typically designed to work at higher speeds, such as on highways or well-marked roads. It may have limitations or deactivate below a certain speed threshold.

Q: Can Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) detect and respond to all types of lane markings?
A: LKA is generally capable of detecting standard lane markings, such as solid and dashed lines. However, it may have limitations in detecting faded or unclear markings.

Q: Will Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) prevent the vehicle from drifting out of its lane?
A: LKA is intended to assist the driver in maintaining the vehicle’s position within the lane but may not completely prevent drifting. The driver should always remain attentive and engaged.

Q: What happens if the driver intentionally changes lanes without signalling?
A: If the driver intentionally changes lanes without signalling, LKA may not provide corrective steering input as it interprets the manoeuvre as intentional.

Q: Can Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) be affected by adverse weather conditions?
A: Adverse weather conditions, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog, can affect the performance of LKA. It is always recommended to drive with caution and adjust your driving style accordingly.

Q: Does Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) replace the need for active steering by the driver?
A: No, LKA is a driver assistance feature and does not replace the need for active steering by the driver. The driver should always maintain control of the vehicle and be prepared to override LKA if necessary.

Q: Can Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) be turned off?
A: Yes, LKA can usually be turned on or off using the vehicle’s settings or control panel. Consult the owner’s manual for specific instructions on how to disable or enable LKA.

Q: Does Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) provide any visual or audible alerts?
A: LKA may provide visual or audible alerts to notify the driver when the vehicle is drifting out of the lane or if the system is not able to detect the lane markings properly.

Q: Can Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) be used in combination with other driver assistance features?
A: Yes, LKA can often be used in combination with other driver assistance features, such as adaptive cruise control or collision warning systems, to enhance overall safety and convenience.

Q: Are there any conditions where Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) may not function properly?
A: LKA may not function properly or may be temporarily unavailable in certain situations, such as on roads with poor lane markings, sharp curves, or construction zones.

Q: Can Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) be affected by road conditions or road edge variations?
A: LKA’s performance may be affected by certain road conditions or road edge variations, such as uneven surfaces or road edges with no clear markings. It is designed to work best on well-marked roads.

Q: Is it necessary to keep hands on the steering wheel while Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) is active?
A: Yes, it is crucial to keep your hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive while LKA is active. LKA is a driver assistance feature and does not replace the need for the driver to actively steer the vehicle.

Useful Link

View Full PDF: Kia Stinger 2022 User Guide
Download Manuals: https://owners.kia.com/content/owners/en/manuals.html
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