ADAS Calibration and OEM Collision Procedures for Safer Driving — Bel Air, MD
Jones Body Shop & Collision Center - ADAS Calibration and OEM Collision Procedures for Safer Driving — Bel Air, MD
Advanced driver-assistance systems have reshaped how collisions must be repaired. Lane-centering, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and 360-degree camera views rely on cameras, radar, ultrasonic sensors, and control modules that must be tested and calibrated after structural, glass, or bumper work. If the aim of a camera is off by a fraction, the system can misread lane markings or distance, leading to warnings that do not trigger when needed or alerts that appear when nothing is there. That is why our collision plans include pre-repair scans, post-repair scans, and the calibrations your manufacturer specifies for a complete return to form.
Calibration starts with understanding what changed. A windshield replacement moves the camera’s optical relationship to the glass. A bumper cover swap may shift radar mounting angle. Straightening a front rail or replacing a core support can alter sensor-to-road geometry. We address those variables in a controlled environment with level flooring, appropriate lighting, and the targets and aiming procedures the automaker outlines. Our process then validates real-world performance through test drives that verify smooth steering assistance, correct lane detection at varying speeds, accurate distance measurement in traffic, and stable cross-traffic alerts in parking environments.
- Windshield-mounted camera: Dynamic or static aiming after glass replacement or mirror area repairs.
- Front radar module: Targeting following grille, bumper, or structural service at the front end.
- Rear radar and sonar: Checks after bumper repairs to restore blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alerts.
- Surround-view cameras: Calibration after mirror, tailgate, or fascia repairs to maintain accurate stitching.
- Steering angle sensor: Reset after alignment or suspension work to stabilize driver-assistance behavior.
- Pre-repair scan and blueprint: Identify diagnostic trouble codes and map damage that affects ADAS components.
- Structural and cosmetic repair: Complete body work to OEM spec before any targeting begins.
- Post-repair scan: Confirm system readiness and address any wiring or module concerns.
- Calibrations: Perform target-based or dynamic procedures per OEM, in controlled conditions.
- Verification drive: Validate lane, distance, and alert functionality at appropriate speeds and conditions.
Quality documentation underpins each step. We retain scan reports, calibration confirmations, and measurement sheets, which benefit both insurer review and long-term vehicle value. This documentation also helps you understand exactly what was done and why it matters. When the next road trip or school run comes around, you can drive with confidence knowing the system behaviors match what the manufacturer intended — no mystery warnings and no silent failures.
As a collision center serving Fallston, Bel Air, and Forest Hill, we integrate ADAS targeting with OEM structural procedures for a repair that addresses both the visible and the invisible. Our technicians plan for ADAS needs from the first estimate, reserve equipment time, and coordinate alignment and glass substeps to keep your vehicle moving efficiently through the process. Jones Body Shop & Collision Center supports these steps with trained staff, appropriate tooling, and a mindset that safety and precision are non-negotiable. If your vehicle has sustained damage affecting the windshield, bumpers, front core area, or mirrors, ask us to include the required calibrations in your repair plan and to walk you through the documentation you will receive at delivery.