Kia EV2: Parking Distance Warning (PDW) / Parking Distance Warning operation

Parking Safety button

Physically press the dedicated Parking Safety () button on your console to switch ON the Parking Distance Warning on your Kia EV2. Press the exact same button a second time whenever you wish to deactivate and turn OFF the assistance feature.

Furthermore, shifting your transmission selector directly into R (Reverse) will instantly trigger the Parking Distance Warning to engage automatically, illuminating the integrated Parking Safety button indicator ON.

Forward Parking Distance Warning

The advanced Forward Parking Distance Warning mechanism activates automatically to protect your Kia EV2 whenever any of the following specific driving conditions are successfully met:

• You shift your transmission gear selector smoothly from R (Reverse) into D (Drive).

• The transmission remains engaged in D (Drive) whilst the physical Parking safety () button indicator light glows steadily.

• Your Kia EV2 travels forward in D (Drive) with the automated preset previously enabled via Setup > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Parking Safety > Parking Distance Warning Auto On on your infotainment display.

NOTE

Warning indicator and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator		Warning sound
	Instrument cluster	Infotainment system screen
60–120 cm (24–48 in)			Buzzer beeps intermittently
30–60 cm (12–24 in)			Buzzer beeps more frequently
within 30 cm (12 in)			Buzzer beeps continuously

• Corresponding visual graphics flash on screen accompanied by distinctive audio alerts whenever any ultrasonic sensor detects pedestrians, animals, or objects inside its scanning zone.

• If multiple obstructions are detected simultaneously around your Kia EV2, the audible alert prioritizes warnings for the closest obstacle.

• The visual configuration and exact graphic styling of indicators shown in illustrations may vary slightly depending on your specific Kia EV2 software layout.

Side Parking Distance Warning: (if equipped)

The supplemental Side Parking Distance Warning system on your Kia EV2 operates seamlessly whenever the following prerequisite is satisfied:

• Either the Front or Rear Parking Distance Warning mechanism is currently turned on and active

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Warning indicator and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator		Warning sound
	Instrument cluster	Infotainment system screen
60–120 cm (24–48 in)			-
30–60 cm (12–24 in)			-
within 30 cm (12 in)			Buzzer beeps continuously

• When side ultrasonic sensors detect nearby pedestrians or structures, your Kia EV2 instrument cluster and infotainment screen illuminate distinct distance indicators.

• Audible warning chimes activate specifically when a lateral obstacle encroaches within 30 cm (12 in) of your vehicle exit path.

• Objects detected safely outside the active exit trajectory will trigger visual indicators exclusively without sounding audio warnings.

• While driving in D (Drive) past obstacles situated 30 cm (12 in) or further away, side warning notifications are suppressed in the instrument cluster.

• Indicator icon graphics displayed in your vehicle may vary slightly from reference manuals due to regional software specifications.

Reverse Parking Distance Warning

The Reverse Parking Distance Warning system on your Kia EV2 activates automatically the moment you shift your transmission gear selector into R (Reverse), ensuring seamless safety protection during backing maneuvers.

NOTE

Warning indicator and warning sound

Distance from object	Warning indicator		Warning sound
	Instrument cluster	Infotainment system screen
60–120 cm (24–48 in)			Buzzer beeps intermittently
30–60 cm (12–24 in)			Buzzer beeps more frequently
within 30 cm (12 in )			Buzzer beeps continuously

• The corresponding visual graphics and audible alerts synchronize instantly whenever any ultrasonic sensor detects a person, animal, or physical obstruction within its perimeter scanning range.

• When multiple obstacles are detected simultaneously by your Kia EV2 sensors, the audio buzzer prioritizes warnings for the closest object in your path.

• The precise visual styling and layout of indicator graphics shown in illustrations may vary slightly from what appears on your vehicle display.