Kia Sportage: Blind spot detection system (BSD) / Limitations condition

Warning type

If the vehicle detected by sensors approaches your vehicle, the warning chime will sound and the warning light will blink on the outside rearview mirror. If the detected object is not in ...

Driver's Attention

The driver must be cautious in the below situations for the system may not assist the driver and may not work properly. - Curved roads, tollgates, etc. - The surrounding of the sensor cover is dir ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Warning type

The system will activate when: 1. The system is on. 2. Vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h). 3. Other vehicles are detected in the rear side. WARNING The Blind Spot Detection System with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert is not a substitute for proper and safe lane changing p ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: 4WD ECU Description and operation

Description 4WD ECU processes signals from various sensors and determines the current road and driving conditions. The ECU then utilizes this information to implement precision control over the 4WD coupling's multi-plate clutch and variably adjust the amount of torque ...