When calibration may be required after a repair, and manufacturer-specific requirements to help you understand your vehicle's safety systems.
Modern vehicles are equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology designed to help keep you safe on the road. These systems use cameras, radar, and sensors placed around your vehicle to power features like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control.
Because these systems rely on extremely precise sensor alignment, even minor damage or routine repairs such as bumper work, windshield replacement, suspension repairs, or wheel alignments can affect how they function. If a sensor is off by even a few millimeters, it may misjudge distance or fail to respond correctly in a critical situation.
That's why ADAS calibration is often required after a collision repair. Using OEM manufacturer guidelines, Gettel Automotive has created the guide below to help you understand when a calibration may be necessary and how it relates to your specific repair.
At Gettel Automotive, we follow manufacturer repair procedures and calibration standards to ensure your vehicle's safety systems work exactly as they were designed.
Gettel Automotive: The Right Choice in Collision Repair.
| System Type | Calibration Required If: |
|---|---|
| Radar | Calibration is necessary if the front bumper has been repaired, removed, or replaced. It is also required if the radar unit itself is removed or replaced, or if its mounting areas are loosened or damaged. Honda's position statement further advises calibration of the radar sensor if any panel sustains damage beyond a minor abrasion. |
| Windshield | Calibration is required following a windshield removal or replacement, or after any suspension repairs. |
| Blind Spot Calibration | This calibration is needed when the rear cover is removed or replaced, if there is damage to the rear body panel, or if damage occurs in the vicinity of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) area. |
Contact us or schedule an estimate. Our team follows OEM procedures to ensure your safety systems are calibrated correctly.
