Volvo vehicles equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) require calibration after a windshield replacement to ensure proper functioning of the systems. In the USA, several companies offer Volvo windshield replacement and ADAS calibration services, including Safelite, Novus Glass, and Auto Glass Now.

The calibration method used for Volvo ADAS systems depends on the specific system being recalibrated. Generally, there are two types of calibration: static and dynamic.

Static calibration involves using a specialized target or pattern placed in a specific location relative to the vehicle to recalibrate the ADAS sensors and cameras. This method is typically used for systems such as lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and forward collision warning.

Dynamic calibration, on the other hand, involves driving the vehicle on a specific route that triggers the ADAS systems to recalibrate themselves. This method is typically used for systems such as automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

The specific ADAS systems impacted by a windshield replacement will depend on the year, make, and model of the Volvo vehicle. Some common systems that may require recalibration include City Safety, Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Warning with Full Auto Brake, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), and Lane Departure Warning.

Volvo’s City Safety system is a camera and radar-based driver assistance technology that provides features such as automatic emergency braking, pedestrian and cyclist detection, and intersection braking. Proper calibration of these systems is critical for the safety of the driver, passengers, and other road users.

It is important to note that Volvo recommends having the ADAS systems recalibrated by an authorized Volvo dealership or a certified technician using Volvo-approved equipment to ensure proper calibration. Failure to properly calibrate the ADAS systems after a windshield replacement can lead to malfunctions, potentially causing accidents or other safety concerns.