Maryborough Service Centre are your local experts in automotive technology, offering comprehensive diagnostics, servicing and calibration for all onboard computers and camera systems.

ADAS, or Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, are technologies crafted to enhance vehicle safety and support drivers in diverse ways. These systems typically depend on sensors, cameras, radar, lidar, and other technologies to assess the vehicle's surroundings, make decisions, or take actions to avert or lessen collisions. Calibration plays a vital role in ensuring the ADAS functions correctly.

ADAS calibrations involve the alignment and configuration of sensors and cameras within driver assistance systems to guarantee precise and dependable operation. Calibration is essential for several reasons:

1. Precise Sensor Alignment: For ADAS to perform effectively, its sensors and cameras must be perfectly aligned, ensuring they point in the correct direction and cover the intended areas. Misalignment can lead to incorrect readings and impair ADAS performance.
2. Vehicle-Specific Calibration: Different vehicle models have distinct specifications for sensor placement and alignment. Manufacturers provide specific calibration procedures for each model to ensure top performance.
3. Post-Repair Calibration: Following certain repairs or maintenance, like replacing a windscreen or adjusting the suspension, ADAS sensor alignment might be disturbed. Calibration is needed to restore proper functionality.
4. Software Updates: Manufacturers may release software updates for ADAS systems to enhance performance or introduce new features. Calibration ensures the updated software integrates correctly with the vehicle's sensors.

There are several reasons why the ADAS system might become misaligned, ranging from minor to significant issues. Minor factors include everyday wear and tear, minor bumps or jolts from potholes, or even slight changes in tyre pressure. On a more substantial scale, misalignment can occur due to accidents or impacts that shift the sensor mounts, changes in vehicle structure, or modifications that affect the system's components. Environmental factors such as extreme weather conditions, dirt, and debris can also affect the sensors and cameras, leading to potential misalignment. Regular calibration checks can help mitigate these risks, ensuring the system continues to function correctly.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the functionality of your ADAS system, do not hesitate to contact Maryborough Service Centre today.