Kia Stinger CK: Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) / Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Unit

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) / Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Unit

Components and components location

Components

Repair procedures

Removal

lf replacement of the bracket or extension wire of BCW unit is required, it is recommended to surely replace the defective part only with a new one, not the whole BCW unit.

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the rear bumper assembly. (Refer to Body - "Rear Bumper Assembly")

3.	Disconnect the BCW unit connector (A).

Remove the BCW unit (A) after loosening the mounting nuts.

Tightening torque :

8.8 - 13.7 N·m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf·m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb·ft)

Be careful not to damage the bracket when removing the BCW unit.

In the following cases, replace the extension wire or bracket.

1)	If the bracket is physically deformed or damaged. -Remove the bracket (A) from the BCW unit by loosening the screws.

2)	If the connector or wire is damaged. -Remove the extension wire (A) after separating the mounting clip.

Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	The shapes of the LH and RH blind-spot collision warning units are different. Therefore, take notice when installing the blind-spot collision warning units.

•	After the replacement of BCW unit or bracket or wire, perform the radar calibration procedures. (If do not calibrate the sensor angle, it can cause the malfunction of BCW system.) (Refer to Blind-Spot Collision Warning - "Blind-Spot Collision Warning Radar Calibration")

Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)

Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Radar Calibration

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Towing service

If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. The use of wheel dollies(1) or flatbed is recommended. On AWD vehicles, your vehicle must be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground.

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