Kia K900: RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert)

When your vehicle moves backwards from a parking position, the sensor detects approaching vehicles to the left or right side direction and gives information to the driver.

Operating conditions

The indicator on the switch will lluminate when the Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) switch is pressed with the Engine Start/Stop Button ON.

The system will turn on and standby to activate.

• The system operates when the vehicle speed is below about 6.2 mph (10 km/h) with the shift lever in R (Reverse).
• The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) detecting range is about 1.6 feet ~ 65.6 feet (0.5 m ~ 20m) based on the side direction. However, the system sensing range is different base on conditions. Always pay attention to the surrounding.

Warning type

• If the vehicle detected by the sensors approaches your vehicle, the warning chime will sound, the warning light on the outside rearview mirror will blink and a message will appear on the LCD display.
• If the detected vehicle is out of the sensing range of your vehicle, move the vehicle away from the detected object slowly; the warning will be cancelled.
• The system may not operate properly due to other factors or circumstances. Always pay attention to your surrounding. 

❈ If your vehicle's left or right side bumper is blinded by barrier or vehicles, the system sensing ability may be reduced.

WARNING

• The warning light on the outside rearview mirror will illuminate whenever a vehicle is detected at the rear side by the system. To avoid accidents, do not focus only on the warning light and neglect to see the surrounding of the vehicle.
• Drive safely even though the vehicle is equipped with a Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). Do not solely rely on the system but check for yourself before changing lanes or backing the vehicle up. The system may not alert the driver in some conditions so always check the surroundings while driving.
• The Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are not a substitute for proper and safe driving. Always drive safely and use caution when changing lanes or backing the vehicles up. The Blind Spot Detection System (BSD) may not detect every object alongside the vehicle.

CAUTION

• The system may not work properly if the bumper has been replaced or if repair work has been done near the sensor.
• The detection area differs according to the roads width. If the road is narrow the system may detect other vehicles in the next lane.
• In addition, if the road is very wide the system may not detect other vehicles.
• The system may turn off due to strong electromagnetic waves.