Kia Sportage: Lane departure warning system (LDW) / Warning indicator
When the LDWS is not working properly, the warning light will illuminate and
the warning message will come on for a few second. After the message disappears,
the master warning light will illuminate.
Take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked.
Conditions that cause the LDWS not to operate:
- The driver turns on the turn signal or the hazard warning flasher to change
lanes.
- Driving on the lane line.
✽ NOTICE
To change lanes, operate the turn signal switch then change the lane.
WARNING - LDWS Limitations
The Lane Departure Warning System is a supplemental system. Do not solely
rely on the system but always pay attention and drive safely.
This system detects the lane with a sensor at the front windshield and notifies
you if it detects that your vehicle leaves the lane.
WARNING - LDWS Alert
The LDWS is a supplemental system and on ...
The lane is not visible due to snow, rain, debris, puddles or other environmental
conditions.
The brightness outside changes suddenly such as when entering/exiting
a tunnel.
The headlight ...
Other information:
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
When the blade type fuse is disconnected, remove it by using the clip designed for
changing fuses located in the engine compartment fuse box. Upon removal, secu ...
Airbag Disposal
Special tool required
Deployment tool 0957A-34100A
Before scrapping any airbags or side airbags (including those in a whole vehicle
to be scrapped), the airbags or side airbags must be deployed. If the vehicle
is still within the warranty peri ...