What is ADAS?
ADAS Calibration in Raleigh, NC
Ensuring Safety and Effectiveness
Your vehicle's advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) uses technology to make your travels safer while taking partial ownership of some tedious driving tasks. Thus, if you make a human error while driving, the ADAS can help you correct it to avoid an accident. Although having this system is a bonus for most drivers, it means that your vehicle will likely require ADAS calibration to ensure safety and effectiveness. Great news! King's Auto Service in Raleigh, North Carolina, offers complete car care, including this very important service, for all domestic and Asian models. This even applies if your automobile is electric or hybrid.
Why Does Calibration Matter?
Depending upon the model you choose, ADAS can help you with tasks such as braking quickly to avoid a collision, staying within your lane, being mindful of pedestrians, watching for objects behind your car, adjusting the cruise control to match traffic flow, detecting other vehicles in your blind spot, and navigating at night. Various sensors, cameras, lasers, and radars act as your "sixth sense," communicating with your automobile and taking necessary action with the engine, brakes, and/or warning systems. Any movement of ADAS components--whether from collision, replacement of structural components, general wear, or other means--disrupts proper operation of the system. For example, a poorly placed camera may cause your car to brake unnecessarily or not at all depending upon what it "thinks" it "sees." Thus, if you replace your windshield, you also must recalibrate the associated camera. It's important to take measurements and make relevant adjustments using both static and mobile targets. This assures us that your vehicle is properly reading traffic cues and delivering correct information for ADAS regulation both when the car is at rest and in motion. In short, the reality is that your automobile's ADAS is only as good as its calibration.
Who Can Help?
Given the importance of accurate ADAS calibration, be sure to select a reputable service provider. Established in 1946, our shop has been helping customers like you since the advent of driver assistance technology. Our ASE-certified technicians use modern, state-of-the-art equipment and ensure that work is performed to the highest standards. What's more, we stand behind our repairs with an industry-leading 36-month/36,000-mile warranty. You may even be able to find an applicable discount on our Specials tab. Don't take a chance with a system that may be out of adjustment. Contact King's Auto Service for an ADAS calibration appointment today.
