Kia Sorento: Ultrasonic Sensor On Vehicle Inspection
Visual inspection
If there is a problem with PDW, PCA or RSPA check the items below.
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Checking bumper cleanliness
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If snow or water droplets freeze on the ultrasonic sensor surface, the performance may deteriorate.
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If there are foreign substances such as mud on the surface of the ultrasonic sensor, the
performance may deteriorate.
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Check the condition around the bumper
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If an object generating ultrasonic waves is nearby, the performance may deteriorate.
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If decorations are attached around the ultrasonic sensor, the performance may deteriorate.
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Checking bumper geometry or mounting status
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If the ultrasonic sensor and the peripheral part are arbitrarily separated, the performance may
deteriorate.
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If an impact is applied to the surface of the ultrasonic sensor or if it is damaged by scratches,
the performance may deteriorate.
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If the installation state of the ultrasonic sensor is different from that at the time of shipment
of the vehicle, the performance may deteriorate.
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If decorations are attached around the ultrasonic sensor, the performance may deteriorate.
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Check the ultrasonic sensor installation status when a trouble code occurs
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Check the button operation
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For PDW specification, press the parking safety button (A) briefly (less than 1 second) to confirm
PDW On/Off.
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For PCA specification, press the parking safety button (A) briefly (more than 1 second) to confirm
PCA On/Off.
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Diagnostic with KDS
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The ultrasonic sensor can be more quickly diagnosed for problems with the KDS. (Refer to "DTC
guide")
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Self diagnosis : Inspect the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) with the KDS.
(Refer to DTC guide when fault code is found.)
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Refer to the KDS screen for operating conditions and details
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Description and Operation
Item
Name
Function
Parking Safety
PDW-F/R(Parking Distance Warn...
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