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Forward Attention Warning malfunction and limitations

Forward Attention Warning malfunction

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When Forward Attention Warning is not working properly, the "Check Forward Attention Warning system" warning message will appear on the cluster. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

Forward Attention Warning disabled

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When there is an object right in front of the in-cabin camera or between the driver and the camera for a certain period of time, Forward Attention Warning does not operate properly, and the "Forward Attention Warning disabled. Camera obscured." warning message appears on the instrument cluster, and an audible warning sounds.

If the object is removed or the camera is able to detect the driver's face, the function will operate normally. If Forward Attention Warning does not operate properly after the object is removed, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.

  • Do not impact the surface of the camera or around the camera. If the in-cabin camera is damaged, Forward Attention Warning may not work properly.

  • Do not place anything on the camera or in front of the camera while driving. The in-cabin camera may not operate properly.

  • When cleaning the camera, wipe with a soft and clean cloth to prevent damages on the surface of the camera lens. In addition, you should not use sharp tools near the camera, or use chemicals to clean the camera.

  • Always keep the camera and around the area of the in-cabin camera clean and dry.

  • Do not apply foreign objects, such as a sticker, around the infrared LED located near the camera.

  • Two red lights may appear on the camera in the following conditions when:

    • The outside brightness is dim or driving at night

    • The vehicle drives inside a building, such as a basement parking lot, garage or tunnel

    • The camera case is partially broken

Do not look toward the camera within 8 in. (20 cm) for longer than a minute.

Limitations of Forward Attention Warning

Forward Attention Warning may not operate properly, or it may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:

  • The driver is wearing sunglasses, special glasses, infrared cutoff glasses, refracting glasses or thick glasses

  • The driver has heavy eye makeup (eyeliner, mascara, color makeup, false eyelash) or eye piercing

  • The driver's view is blocked by his/her hair, hat, etc.

  • The driver is winking or wearing an eye patch on one eye

  • The driver's face is covered partially by a mask, muffler, etc.

  • The driver's view is blocked by incoming light from outside of the vehicle

  • Light from outside, sunlight or infrared LED light of the camera is reflected by glasses or sunglasses

  • The driver turns or lowers his/her head so that the face or an eye is hidden from the camera

  • The driver shakes his/her head up and down, or adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations while driving

  • The driver is improperly positioned in the driver's seat so that the driver's face is not detected

  • The driver is too tall or short

  • The camera is blocked by the driver's grip on the steering wheel

  • More than two people are looking at the instrument cluster simultaneously from the driver's seat

  • The driver's eyes are narrowed due to laughing or sun glare

  • Misrecognize a picture or mannequin that has a similar size of the driver's face

  • There are other devices using infrared light in the vehicle