Steve's Auto Glass provides windshield camera recalibration in the Northeast Philadelphia area for vehicles with windshield-mounted cameras used by advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

What Is a Windshield-Mounted ADAS Camera?

A windshield-mounted ADAS camera is a forward-facing camera found on many vehicles from around 2015 and newer, installed on the windshield where the inside rearview mirror is mounted. It's part of the vehicle's advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and watches the road ahead to support features such as lane and road departure warnings, traffic sign recognition, and pedestrian detection.

What Is Windshield Camera Calibration?

In vehicles with forward-facing cameras, recalibration of the camera may be necessary when the camera is moved out of its original position due to windshield replacement. Even when the camera itself hasn't been replaced, removing it from its bracket or installing new glass in front of it can trigger a manufacturer requirement for windshield camera recalibration.

The camera needs to be calibrated according to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications. These cameras rely on precise positioning, so even a small change in mounting position or viewing angle can change the information sent to the vehicle's driver assistance systems.

When camera recalibration is required, the calibration sets the camera to the position and viewing angle specified by the manufacturer so the vehicle's driver assistance systems can continue working properly.

How We Handle Windshield Camera Calibration

Windshield camera calibration requires specialized equipment and service information for the specific vehicle. When we perform windshield camera recalibration for our Northeast Philadelphia and surrounding area customers, we use a diagnostic scan tool along with an ADAS calibration target system that includes a target board and adjustable frame or stand.

The target board gives the windshield-mounted camera a precise reference point. The frame allows the target to be set at the correct height, distance, and position for the vehicle being serviced. The scan tool communicates with the vehicle's ADAS system and guides the calibration process using the specifications for that make and model.

Why the Correct Windshield Is Important for ADAS

The windshield itself can play a role in how a camera-based ADAS system operates. The camera looks through a specific section of the glass, and vehicle manufacturers may specify requirements for glass type, optical quality, camera mounting, coatings, and other features.

When we replace a windshield for our Northeast Philadelphia area customers, we select the proper glass based on the requirements for your vehicle's specific year, make, model, and equipment package.

Differences in glass can include distortion within the camera's viewing area or variations in the camera mounting location.

Using the correct windshield gives the camera the type of viewing area and mounting setup specified for that vehicle. It's an important part of completing windshield camera recalibration properly after glass replacement.

Contact Steve's Auto Glass for windshield camera calibration in Northeast Philadelphia. We perform camera recalibration after windshield replacement, including windshields replaced by other auto glass companies. We also provide windshield camera recalibration when it's needed for reasons unrelated to windshield replacement. We'll help you determine what your vehicle requires and explain the service in plain language. Call us today at 215-677-5427, or email us, for Northeast Philadelphia area windshield camera calibration.