Why Proper Alignment & Tire Pressure Are Essential Before ADAS Calibrations

Modern vehicles are equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) designed to keep you safer on the road. Features like lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and parking sensors rely on cameras, radar, and sensors to function accurately. But before these systems can be properly calibrated, two things must be perfect: wheel alignment and tire pressure.

At Solon Collision, we take every step to ensure your ADAS calibrations are done right—because your safety depends on it.

What Is ADAS Calibration?

ADAS calibration is the process of setting your vehicle’s sensors and cameras to their correct positions. Even a slight shift can throw off the system and cause incorrect alerts—or worse, failure to react during a potential crash.

Calibration is typically required after:

• A collision

• Windshield replacement

• Suspension or steering repairs

• Wheel alignment

• Changing tire size

Why Wheel Alignment Matters

Alignment ensures your wheels are pointed in the right direction according to manufacturer specifications. If your alignment is off, your car won’t track straight—and neither will your ADAS sensors.

A misaligned vehicle can cause:

• Lane keep assist to drift or engage improperly

• Collision avoidance systems to misjudge obstacles

• Inaccurate steering wheel angle sensor data

We always verify and correct wheel alignment before performing ADAS calibrations to guarantee accurate sensor positioning.

The Role of Tire Pressure

Proper tire pressure affects your vehicle's ride height, suspension geometry, and overall stability. If one or more tires are overinflated or underinflated, it can cause:

• Tilted camera angles

• Incorrect ride height, affecting radar aim

• Unreliable sensor performance

Even a few PSI difference can throw off a calibration. At Solon Collision, we check and adjust all tire pressures to OEM specifications before beginning any calibration.

Don't Risk Faulty Calibrations

If a shop skips alignment or doesn’t correct tire pressure first, your vehicle’s ADAS features may not work when you need them most. That’s not just inconvenient—it’s dangerous.

At Solon Collision in Aurora, OH, we follow manufacturer-recommended procedures, including alignment and pressure checks, before every calibration. We don’t cut corners, and neither should you.

Schedule Your Calibration Today

If your vehicle has been in a collision or undergone repairs, make sure your ADAS systems are ready to protect you. Call Solon Collision at 440-903-1009, visit us at 260 Lena Drive, Aurora, OH, or schedule online at www.SolonCollision.com to ensure your car is safe and calibrated properly.