After completing repairs on a vehicle with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), your job isn’t done until you’ve checked that every electronic system is healthy. A post-repair scan and reset confirms that sensors, cameras and controllers are working properly and that no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) remain. Here’s a simple post-repair scan and reset checklist: … Read more
Before any repairs or modifications, technicians should perform a pre-repair scan of the vehicle’s advanced driver assistance systems. This scan reveals hidden faults, ensures accurate quotes and lays the groundwork for a successful calibration. A thorough pre-repair scan is the foundation of any ADAS repair. It ensures transparency, accuracy and safety. For more scanning and … Read more
Modern driver assistance systems depend on precise aiming. Radar sensors, cameras, and ultrasonic modules are all calibrated to tight tolerances. Even a few millimetres off can cause misreads or failures. Here are the most common workshop mistakes that can throw ADAS sensors out of alignment and how to avoid them. 1. Bumper Replacements Without Calibration … Read more
A car comes in with light front damage. You replace the bumper, bit of polish, and send it out. No warning lights, no complaints. Job done, right? Not quite. Skipping a post-repair scan can leave hidden faults undetected and open your shop up to risk. Let’s look at why scans matter and what the data … Read more
Modern cars rely on radar, cameras, and sensors to help keep you safe. But these systems only work if they are properly calibrated. If something feels off or if a light pops up after a repair, your car might be due for a recalibration. Here is how to tell when it is needed and why … Read more
Minor accidents can cause major problems in modern cars, especially when it comes to ADAS. That tiny bumper tap or harmless-looking windscreen chip might have knocked a radar or camera out of alignment. If your car has safety features like AEB, Lane Assist, or Adaptive Cruise, here is what to check after any front or … Read more