Collision Warning (1st Warning)

This warning message appears on the LCD display with a warning sound. In addition, the engine control system intervenes in some vehicle systems to help slow the vehicle.
- Your vehicle speed may be reduced slightly.
- The FCA system limitedly controls the brakes to proactively mitigate the impact of a collision.
- It operates when your vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h and less than or equal to 60 km/h with a vehicle ahead. (Depending on the condition of the vehicle ahead and the surrounding environment, the possible maximum operating speed may be reduced.)
Emergency Braking (Second Warning)

This warning message appears on the LCD display with a warning sound. In addition, the engine control system intervenes in some vehicle systems to help slow the vehicle.
- The FCA system limitedly controls the brakes to proactively mitigate the impact of a collision. Immediately before a collision, brake control becomes maximum.
- It operates when your vehicle speed is greater than 8 km/h and less than or equal to 60 km/h with a vehicle ahead. (Depending on the condition of the vehicle ahead and the surrounding environment, the possible maximum operating speed may be reduced.)
Test yourself
A quick Kia Optima DL3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.