When you shift the gear to the R (Reverse) position and if one or more of the below occurs you may have a malfunction in the rear parking assist system.
If this occurs, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does not cover any accidents or damage to the vehicle or injuries to its occupants related to a parking assist system. Always drive safely and cautiously.
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Components and components location
Components Location
1. Front axle
2. Stabilizer bar
3. Gear box
4. Drive shaft
5. Subframe
6. Stabilizer link
7. Front lower arm
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Warning message
The message (“Blind Spot Detection disabled temporarily”) will appear to notify
the driver if there are foreign substances on the rear bumper or it is hot near
the rear bumper. The light on the switch and the system will be turned off automatically.
Remove the foreign substance on the rear ...