IQS Quick Tip #12
TO: Dealer Sales & Service Team
SUBJECT: IQS Quick Tip #12 - Forward Collision Avoidance
DATE: December 2022
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)1 is designed to detect and monitor a vehicle ahead or detect a pedestrian in the roadway through front view camera recognition and front radar signals to warn that a collision is imminent, and in certain cases temporarily apply emergency braking. FCA is on by default in most Kia models. FCA can be turned on/off by going to User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system.
Initially, FCA provides Forward Collision Warning (FCW) if it detects a potential collision with a vehicle, emitting an audible warning and visual alert on the instrument cluster.
If the system detects that the collision risk has increased, FCA may automatically apply the brakes to reduce speed, potentially helping to reduce the effects of a possible collision.
The FCA sensitivity can be adjusted depending on customer preference in the instrument cluster settings:
- Early: Increases the amount of distance between the vehicles before the initial warning occurs
- Normal/Standard: This setting allows for a nominal amount of distance between the vehicles before the initial warning occurs
1 *When engaged, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist and Forward Collision Warning are not a substitute for safe and proper driving, and may not detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
- Late: Reduces the amount of distance between the vehicles before the initial warning occurs
If 'Off' is selected, FCA will be turned off. The warning light will illuminate 
on the cluster. Monitor FCA Assist on/off status from the settings menu.
FCA/FCW is designed to become active under the following conditions:
- Ignition switch is ON
- Vehicle is traveling faster than 5 MPH
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is ON
Thank you for your continued support of IQS and your attention and adherence to the Customer Focused Delivery process.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) & Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Video:
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KP4Fg2sj7ig
Sincerely,
Ownership Experience Team
Kia America
For additional resources and other information related to difficult to understand features, visit the IQS learning center within the Product Presentation Center.
https://kiappc.com/kia-learning-center/kia-quality-center/tips-resources/
TAGS: IQS, Forward Collision Avoidance, FCA