Kia Telluride 2023 Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

When it comes to the 2023 Kia Telluride, Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning is the biggest step forward in modern car safety technology. It changes the way you park by focusing on accuracy and avoiding accidents. This new system uses cutting-edge sensors strategically placed on both the front and rear bumpers to surround the vehicle in a protective bubble. This lets the system carefully measure and gauge the distance between the vehicle and nearby objects while parking, whether the vehicle is moving forward or backwards. This feature, which combines visual and audible alerts, acts as a vigilant co-pilot, warning the driver as objects get closer. This makes parking in even the tightest spaces stress-free and confident, proving once again that the 2023 Telluride is the perfect example of safety, convenience, and modern driving sophistication.

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Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

Reverse Parking Distance Warning will help warn the driver if a person, an animal, or an object is detected within a certain distance when the vehicle is moving in reverse.

Detecting sensor

Rear ultrasonic sensors

Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.

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Reverse Parking Distance Warning settings

Warning Methods

A: Driver Assistance

1. Warning Methods
2.  Warning Volume
   With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Warning Methods on the infotainment system to change the Warning Sound and Haptic.
   • Warning Volume: You can adjust the Warning Volume from level 1 to 3.

NOTICE

•  Ensure that Warning Sound and Haptic you have set may apply to the Warning volume of other Driver Assistance systems.
•  Warning Sound and Haptic will maintain its last setting even if the vehicle is restarted.
•  If not equipped with the navigation system, select User Settings → Driver Assistance to adjust the Warning Volume.
•  The setting menu may not be available for your vehicle depending on the vehicle features and specifications.
•  Descriptions of each Driver Assistance system may be slightly different from the owner’s manual after updating the software of your infotainment system. In this case, scan the QR code in the infotainment system manual to access the web manual for checking the changes.
•  Depending on your region or update, the menu may be displayed as ‘Warning Sound’ or ‘Warning Methods’.

Reverse Parking Distance Warning operation

Parking Safety button

Press the Parking Safety ( ) button to turn on or off the Reverse Parking Distance Warning.

•  When Reverse Parking Distance  Warning is off (button indicator light off), if you shift the gear to R (Reverse), Reverse Parking Distance Warning will automatically turn on.
•  If you shift the gear to R (Reverse), Reverse Parking Distance Warning will not turn off even if you press the Parking Safety ( ) button for your safety.

Reverse Parking Distance Warning
Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate under the following conditions.

• Shift the gear to R (Reverse).
• The vehicle’s speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).

Warning indication and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator when driving back-ward	Warning sound
24~48 inches (60~120 cm)		Buzzer beeps intermittently
12~24 inches (30~60 cm)		Beeps more frequently
12 inches (within 30 cm)		Beeps continuously

 

•  The corresponding indicator will appear on the cluster or infotainment system whenever each ultrasonic sensor detects a person, animal or object in its sensing range. Also an audible warning will sound.
•  When more than two objects are detected at the same time, the closest one will be warned with an audible warning.
•  Distance from an object may be detected differently when obstacles are not located in front of the sensor.
•  The shape of the indicator in the illustration may differ from the actual vehicle.

Reverse Parking Distance Warning malfunction and precautions

Reverse Parking Distance Warning malfunction
After starting the vehicle, a beep will sound once when the gear is shifted to R (Reverse) to indicate Reverse Parking Distance Warning is operating normally. However, if one or more of the following occurs, first check whether the ultra-sonic sensor is damaged or blocked with foreign material. If it still does not work properly, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

• The audible warning does not sound.
• The buzzer sounds intermittently.
•  The warning message appears on the cluster.

A: Check the Parking Distance Warning system

Limitations of Reverse Parking Distance Warning

• Reverse Parking Distance Warning may not operate normally when:
  • Moisture is frozen to the sensor (Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate normally when it is melted.)
  •  The sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or water (Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate normally when such foreign material are removed.)
  • The weather is extremely hot or cold
  •  The sensor or sensor assembly is disassembled
  • The surface of the sensor is pressed hard or an impact is applied with a hard object
  • The surface of the sensor is scratched with a sharp object
  • The sensors or its surrounding areas are directly sprayed with high pressure washer
•  Reverse Parking Distance Warning may malfunction when:
  • Heavy rain or water spray is present
  • Water flows on the surface of the sensor
  • Affected by another vehicle’s sensors
  • The sensor is covered with snow
  •  Driving on uneven road, gravel roads or bushes
  • Objects that generate ultrasonic waves are near the sensor
  • Installing the license plate differently from the original location
  • The vehicle bumper height or ultra-sonic sensor installation has been modified
  • Attaching equipment or accessories around the ultrasonic sensors
• The following objects may not be detected:
  • Sharp or slim objects, such as ropes, chains or small poles.
  • Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency, such as clothes, spongy material or snow.
  • Objects smaller than 40 inches (100 cm) in length and narrower than 6 inches (14 cm) in diameter.
  • Pedestrians, animals or objects that are very close to the ultrasonic sensors

WARNING

•  Reverse Parking Distance Warning is a supplemental function. The operation of Reverse Parking Distance Warning can be affected by several factors (including environmental conditions). It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the rear view before and while parking.
• Your vehicle warranty does not cove any accidents or damage to the vehicle due to the malfunction of Reverse Parking Distance Warning.
•  Pay close attention when driving near objects, pedestrians, and especially children. Some objects may not be detected by the ultrasonic sensors, due to the objects distance, size or material, all of which can limit the effectiveness of the sensor.
• Parking Distance Warning indicator may not occur sequentially depending on vehicle speed or obstacle shape.
• If Reverse Parking Distance Warning needs repair, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) (if equipped)

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning will help warn the driver if an obstacle is detected within a certain distance when the vehicle is moving forward or in reverse at low speeds.

Detecting sensor

Front ultrasonic sensors

Rear ultrasonic sensors

Refer to the picture above for the detailed location of the detecting sensors.

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning settings

Warning Methods

A: Driver Assistance

1.  Warning Methods
2. Warning Volume
   With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Warning Methods on the infotainment system to change the Warning Sound and Haptic.
   •  Warning Volume: You can adjust the Warning Volume from level 1 to 3.

NOTICE

•  Ensure that the Warning Sound and Haptic you have set may apply to the Warning volume of other Driver Assistance systems.
•  Warning Sound and Haptic will maintain its last setting even if the vehicle is restarted.
•  If not equipped with the navigation system, select User Settings → Driver Assistance to adjust the Warning Volume.
•  The setting menu may not be available for your vehicle depending on the vehicle features and specifications.
•  Descriptions of each Driver Assistance system may be slightly different from the owner’s manual after updating the software of your infotainment system.

In this case, scan the QR code in the infotainment system manual to access the web manual for checking the changes.

•  Depending on your region or update, the menu may be displayed as ‘Warning Sound’ or ‘Warning Methods’.

Parking Distance Warning Auto On
You can set the parking distance warning to be ON at low speeds. To use Parking Distance Warning Auto On function, select Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Park-ing

Distance Warning Auto On on the infotainment system.

NOTICE
When Parking Distance Warning Auto On is selected, the Parking Safety button indicator ( ) stays on.

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Parking Distance Warning operation

Control switch

Parking Safety button

•  Press the Parking Safety ( ) button to turn on the Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning. Press the button again to turn off the function.
•  When the gear is shift to R (Reverse), the Parking Distance Warning will automatically turn on (Parking Safety but-ton indicator on).
•  When the gear is in R (Reverse), the Parking Distance Warning does not turn off even if the Parking Safety button (3) is pressed.

Forward Parking Distance Warning
Forward Parking Distance Warning will operate under the following conditions.

• The gear is shifted from R (Reverse) to D (Drive) with Reverse Parking Distance Warning on
•  The gear is in D (Drive) and the Parking Safety ( ) button indicator light is on
•  Forward Parking Distance Warning warns the driver when the vehicle is in D (Drive) (If Settings → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Parking Distance Warning Auto On on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety Parking Distance Warning Auto On on the infotainment system selected)
•  Vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/ h).

NOTICE

• Forward Parking Distance Warning does not operate when the vehicle’s forward speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h) even when the Parking Safety ( ) button indicator is on. Forward Parking Distance Warning will operate again when the vehicle’s forward speed decreases below 6 mph (10 km/h) while the Parking Safety ( ) button indicator is on.
•  When the vehicle’s forward speed is above 18 mph (30 km/h), the Forward Parking Distance Warning will turn off (Parking Safety button indicator off).

Although you drive below 6 mph (10 km/h) again, Forward Parking Distance Warning will not automatically turn on (If Settings → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Parking Distance Warning Auto On on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Parking Distance Warning Auto On on the infotainment system not selected).

Warning indication and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator when driving forward	Warning sound
24~40 inches (60~100 cm)		Buzzer beeps intermittently
12~24 inches (30~60 cm)		Beeps more frequently
12 inches (within 30 cm)		Beeps continuously

 

•  The corresponding indicator will appear whenever each ultrasonic sensor detects a person, animal or object in its sensing range. Also an audible warning will sound.
• When more than two objects are detected at the same time, the closest one will be warned with an audible warning.
• The shape of the indicator in the illustration may differ from the actual vehicle.

Reverse Parking Distance Warning
Reverse Parking Distance Warning will operate under the following conditions.

• The gear is shifted to R (Reverse).
• Vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).

NOTICE
Parking Distance Warning detects and warns the driver of both rear and front corners when the vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h).

Warning indication and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator when driving backward	Warning sound
24~48 inches (60~120 cm)		Buzzer beeps intermittently
12~24 inches (30~60 cm)		Beeps more frequently
12 inches (within 30 cm)		Beeps continuously

 

•  The corresponding indicator will appear whenever each ultrasonic sensor detects a person, animal or object in its sensing range. Also an audible warning will sound.
• When more than two objects are detected at the same time, the closest one will be warned with an audible warning.
• The shape of the indicator in the illustration may differ from the actual vehicle.

Parking Distance Warning mal-function and limitations

Parking Distance Warning mal-function
After starting the vehicle, a beep will sound when the gear is shifted to R (Reverse) to indicate Parking Distance Warning is operating properly. However, if one or more of the following occurs, first check whether the ultra-sonic sensor is damaged or blocked with foreign material. If it still does not work properly, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

• The direction of the Parking Distance Warning sensor malfunction is shown on the instrument cluster.

A: Check the Parking Distance Warning system

Parking Distance Warning disabled
A: Parking Distance Warning system limited. Ultrasonic sensor blocked
If this occurs, the warning message appears on the cluster. Parking Distance Warning will operate properly when snow, rain or foreign material is removed. If Parking Distance Warning does not operate properly after obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign material) is removed (including trailer, carrier, etc., from the rear bumper), have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Limitations of Parking Distance Warning

• Parking Distance Warning may not operate properly when:
  • Moisture is frozen to the sensor
  •  Sensor is covered with foreign sub-stance, such as snow or water (Parking Distance Warning will operate properly when such sub-stance is removed.)
  • The weather is extremely hot or cold
  •  The sensor or sensor assembly is disassembled
  •  The surface of the sensor is pressed hard or hit with a hard object
  • The surface of the sensor is scratched with a sharp object
  • The sensors or its surrounding area is directly sprayed with high-pressure washer
•  Parking Distance Warning may malfunction when:
  • Heavy rain or water spray is present
  • Water flows on the surface of the sensor
  • Affected by another vehicle’s sensors
  •  The sensor is covered with snow or ice
  • Driving on uneven road, gravel roads or bushes
  • Objects that generate ultrasonic waves are near the sensor
  • A license plate is installed in a different spot from the original location
  • The vehicle bumper height or ultra-sonic sensor installation has been modified
  • Attaching equipment or accessories next to the ultrasonic sensors
•  The following objects may not be detected:
  •  Sharp or slim objects, such as ropes, chains or small poles.
  •  Narrow objects, such as corners of a square column
  • Objects, which tend to absorb sensor frequency, such as clothes, spongy material or snow.
  •  Objects smaller than 40 inches n(100 cm) in length and narrower than 6 inches (14 cm) in diameter.
  • Pedestrians, animals or objects that are very close to the ultrasonic sensors

WARNING

•  Parking Distance Warning is a supplemental function. The operation of Parking Distance Warning can be affected by several factors (including environmental conditions). It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the front and rear views before and while parking.
•  Your new vehicle warranty does not cover any accidents or damage to the vehicle due to the malfunction of the Parking Distance Warning.
•  Pay close attention when driving near objects, pedestrians, and especially children. Some objects may not be detected by the ultrasonic sensors, due to the objects distance, size or material, all of which can limit the effectiveness of the sensor.
•  Parking Distance Warning does not warn you in the order of detection. It varies depending on the speed of the vehicle or the shape of a person, animal, or object.
•  If the Parking Distance Warning does not operate properly, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

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