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Understanding ADAS and Windshield Calibration: What You Need to Know
Understanding ADAS and Windshield Calibration: What You Need to Know
What is ADAS?
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are technologies that are designed to help drivers avoid accidents and stay safe on the road. Some common examples of ADAS features include:
- Blind spot detection: Uses sensors to detect vehicles in the driver's blind spots and alerts the driver if it's unsafe to change lanes.
- Rearview camera: Displays a live video feed of the area behind the vehicle when the driver shifts into reverse.
- Lane departure warning: Alerts the driver if the vehicle drifts out of its lane.
- Collision avoidance: Uses sensors to detect an impending collision and automatically applies the brakes to prevent or reduce the severity of the impact.
- Adaptive cruise control: Adjusts the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of it.
- Parking assist: Helps the driver park the vehicle by providing visual or audible cues when the vehicle is getting too close to other objects.
- Forward collision warning: Alerts the driver if the vehicle is approaching another vehicle or object too quickly.
- Pedestrian detection: Uses sensors to detect pedestrians in the vehicle's path and alerts the driver if it's unsafe to proceed.
It's important to note that not all vehicles are equipped with all of these ADAS features, and some may have additional features beyond those listed here. However, all ADAS features are designed to help drivers avoid accidents and stay safe on the road.
Why is Calibration Important?
Many ADAS features rely on sensors and cameras that are mounted to the windshield. When you have your windshield replaced, these sensors and cameras may need to be repositioned, which can affect their calibration. If the sensors and cameras are not properly calibrated, ADAS features may not function correctly or at all, which can be dangerous.
For example, if the lane departure warning system is not calibrated correctly, it may not alert the driver if the vehicle drifts out of its lane. This could result in an accident if the driver is not paying close attention to the road.
Similarly, if the collision avoidance system is not calibrated correctly, it may not detect an impending collision and may not apply the brakes to prevent or reduce the severity of the impact. This could result in a serious accident.
At Flash Auto Glass, we use state-of-the-art equipment to calibrate ADAS systems after a windshield replacement. Our technicians are trained to properly position and calibrate sensors and cameras to ensure that your ADAS features function correctly and keep you safe on the road.
Why Chicago and Suburbs Rely on Flash Auto Glass for Windshield Calibration
If your vehicle has ADAS technology and you've recently had your windshield replaced, it's important to have your ADAS systems properly calibrated. At Flash Auto Glass in Chicago, IL, we specialize in windshield replacement and calibration for all types of vehicles, including those with ADAS technology. Our technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that your ADAS features function correctly and keep you safe on the road. We proudly service Highland Park, Orland Park, Schaumburg, Palos Heights and the entire Chicagoland area! Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
