ADAS Calibration After Windshield Replacement
Clear glass and correctly calibrated cameras work together. The right procedure depends on your vehicle.
What is ADAS?
Advanced driver-assistance systems can include lane warnings, lane assistance and automatic emergency braking. On many vehicles, a camera views the road through the windshield. Replacing that windshield can trigger a manufacturer-required calibration procedure.
How is calibration decided?
Your vehicle's year, model, equipment and current manufacturer instructions determine the requirement. The absence of a dashboard warning is not a substitute for following those instructions. For example, Mazda's published forward-camera procedure lists windshield replacement as a reason to perform camera aiming.
Static, dynamic or both?
Static calibration uses targets positioned relative to the vehicle in a suitable controlled space. Dynamic calibration follows a prescribed road-driving procedure with diagnostic equipment. Some vehicles require both. The manufacturer determines the method; a quick casual test drive is not the same thing.
Can it be completed at my location?
That depends on the required procedure and whether the setting meets it. Space, surface conditions, lighting, weather and road requirements can affect the plan. A shop appointment may be needed. We discuss this before scheduling.
What should I receive?
Ask which procedure was performed, whether it completed successfully and for the results. If a fault or incomplete calibration remains, ask what must happen before the affected features can be relied on. Driver-assistance technology still requires an attentive driver.
Plan the glass and calibration together
Send us your VIN and a photo of the area around the rearview mirror with your quote request. We can identify the equipment and explain the next steps.