Calibrating the windscreen camera for safe driving
Calibrating the windscreen camera ensures that the car’s sensors accurately perceive its surroundings, synchronising the technology’s vision with the real world – for a balance of safety and functionality on every journey.
Precision on which safety is based
When a camera or sensor doesn’t see the world properly, the car’s systems also start to get a skewed view of reality. Calibration helps restore this accuracy, so that technologies like Lane Assist and adaptive lights work reliably and at the right time. It’s a fine-tuning that makes a big difference on the road.
When to calibrate the windscreen camera
Calibration of the camera or sensors becomes essential when they have been moved, replaced or affected in a collision. Even a small misalignment can change the way a car sees the road – and can affect the accuracy of all safety systems. Calibration is a re-alignment between technology and reality, ensuring that a vehicle’s advanced safety systems work exactly as intended.
Common reasons for camera calibration:
- Windscreen replacement
- Replacing front or rear sensors
- Car collision or body damage
- Major changes to the rolling stock (e.g. geometry adjustment)
- Installation of new ADAS systems or upgrades
- Reinstalling or updating your car software
Calibration also required when changing glass
After a windscreen change, camera calibration becomes mandatory – not by choice, but for accuracy and safety. Even small differences in the position or setting of the new bracket can affect how the camera “sees” its surroundings. For the car’s safety systems to work correctly, the camera needs to be repositioned and aligned with the new reality.
Camera calibration after windscreen change – what do I need to know?
As the windscreen changes, so does the camera’s point of view. Precise calibration is necessary to maintain accuracy and ensure correct operation of ADAS systems.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, to ensure that the system operates safely and in accordance with the manufacturer’s standards.
Usually no — the camera is technically working, but it may provide incorrect information that affects safety.
- After replacing the windshield
- After adjusting the four-wheel alignment
- After a collision or repair
- After tuning the car
- After replacing sensors
- If the system is malfunctioning
- Calibration must be performed on a level floor
- Full fuel tank (recommended)
- Correct tire pressure
- Unloaded vehicle
Yes, it is important that the camera bracket is positioned correctly — this affects the camera, not the glass itself.
When windscreen camera calibration is necessary
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We also deal with electronics issues related to ADAS calibration.
Pricing
Windscreen camera calibration prices
Calibrating the windscreen camerafrom 79 EUR
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