ADAS Recalibration & Windshield Camera Calibration
Got a new windshield? Your driver-assist camera most likely needs ADAS recalibration before lane keeping, automatic braking and adaptive cruise work correctly again. Reyes Glass Group handles the windshield and the ADAS windshield calibration as one job, so you don’t have to book a second shop or the dealer.
We’re a mobile auto glass company serving California and Texas. Call (866) 493-6682 or request a free quote with your year, make and model (or VIN), and we’ll confirm which calibration your vehicle needs before we book.
What is ADAS recalibration?
ADAS recalibration re-aims the forward-facing camera (and on some vehicles, radar or other sensors) so your car “sees” the road exactly where the manufacturer intended. ADAS stands for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: the cameras, radar and sensors behind features such as:
- Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist
- Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Traffic sign recognition and automatic high beams
- Rain and light sensors mounted on the windshield
On most late-model vehicles the camera is mounted on the windshield itself. Replace the glass and the camera angle changes, even if only slightly. A small change at the camera becomes a big miss down the road, which is why the system has to be recalibrated.
When do you need ADAS calibration after windshield replacement?
Most vehicle makers require calibration any time a windshield with a mounted camera is replaced. Recalibration is also commonly needed after:
- A collision or front-end impact
- Wheel alignment, suspension or steering work (vehicle-dependent)
- Camera or sensor removal or replacement
- A dashboard warning light for lane assist or collision warning
Skipping it can leave you with warning lights, lane alerts that go off at the wrong time, or safety features that quietly switch themselves off. Treat calibration as part of the windshield replacement, not an optional add-on.
Static vs. dynamic ADAS windshield calibration
Static calibration uses targets set at exact distances and heights in front of the vehicle while a scan tool aims the camera. Dynamic calibration is done by driving the vehicle at set speeds on well-marked roads while the scan tool guides the camera. Some vehicles need one, some need the other, and some need both. We follow the procedure your vehicle maker publishes for your exact model.
The best place for ADAS recalibration after a windshield replacement
The simplest answer: the same company that installs your windshield. When the glass and the calibration are split between two shops, you lose time, make extra trips and end up with two businesses pointing at each other if something isn’t right. With Reyes Glass Group you get:
- One appointment for the windshield and the camera calibration
- Glass matched to your VIN, including the camera bracket and sensor mounts
- Calibration done to the manufacturer’s procedure, then checked to confirm the system works
- Mobile service at your home, work or wherever is convenient. If your vehicle’s procedure needs a specific setup, we’ll tell you when you book.
Does insurance cover ADAS recalibration?
If your auto policy covers your windshield replacement, the calibration is often included in the same claim, because the vehicle maker requires it. Coverage depends on your policy and deductible, so we’ll help you check before any work starts. See our insurance partners or fill out the insurance form.
We don’t post one flat price for ADAS recalibration because it depends on the vehicle, the type of calibration and the glass. Request a quote with your VIN and we’ll give you the full picture for the glass and the calibration together.
ADAS recalibration across California and Texas
We serve major metro areas throughout California and Texas, including surrounding cities and suburbs:
- California: Orange County, Greater Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, San Diego, the Bay Area, Sacramento and Central Valley metros
- Texas: Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio and surrounding metros. See our Texas service area.
Not sure if you’re in range? Give us a call. Chances are we can help.
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ADAS calibration near you
We bring ADAS camera calibration after windshield replacement to drivers across California, including San Diego, Irvine, Anaheim, Los Angeles, Burbank, Riverside, Carlsbad, Fresno, Sacramento and San Jose. See all the cities we serve to find your area.
ADAS recalibration FAQ
Do I need ADAS recalibration after a windshield replacement?
If your vehicle has a camera mounted on the windshield, almost always yes. Most vehicle makers require recalibration whenever that windshield is replaced.
How long does ADAS recalibration take?
It depends on the vehicle and the type of calibration. Many are finished in the same visit as the windshield, and dynamic calibrations add a road drive. We’ll give you a time estimate when you book.
What is lane departure warning calibration?
It’s the camera calibration that keeps lane departure warning and lane keeping assist reading the lane lines correctly. It’s part of a standard ADAS windshield calibration.
Can I drive without recalibrating?
The car will usually drive, but driver-assist features may give false alerts, show warning lights or not work when you need them. We don’t recommend it.
Do you calibrate at my location?
We’re fully mobile, so in most cases yes. A few procedures need a specific setup, and we’ll tell you upfront if yours does.
Learn more: NHTSA on driver assistance technologies · ADAS calibration after windshield replacement (guide) · Windshield replacement
