Radar Alignment & Parking Sensor Registration: Using 7 Step ADAS For 2 Calibrations on a 2018 Toyota Camry
Join us as we hit the road, aiming to seamlessly complete the calibration with no surprise
Intro To Radar Aiming & Parking Sensor Registration
Watch how we calibrate a 2018 Toyota Camry using our 7 Step ADAS method — covering both millimeter wave radar and parking assist sonar after a minor front-end collision.
Step-by-Step Calibration Process
Tools and Setup
We use a variety of tools to ensure precise calibrations:
- Protective blanket
- Texa lasers
- Millimeter rulers
- Bosch squares
- Custom jigs and brackets tailored for ADAS target setup
Initial Steps
- Check Tire Pressure: Ensure all tires are inflated to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Create Center Line: Use targets to align a laser down the side of the vehicle, establishing a precise center line.
- Set Front Line: Measure 3,000 mm from center to establish the front alignment line.
- Measure Sensor Angles: Using the provided charts and tools, measure the height and angles of the sensors.
Millimeter Wave Radar Calibration
- Align the Radar: Use lasers to ensure the radar is perfectly perpendicular to the vehicle.
- Perform Calibration: Use the Techstream software to execute the radar calibration. Begin with the misalignment reading, follow up with the offset, and finalize with the axis correction.
Parking Assist Sonar Registration
- Measure and Record Data: Measure the height and angle of each sensor and record the data.
- Enter Data in Software: Input the recorded data into the Techstream software to complete the sonar registration.
Lessons and Insights
Throughout this process, we emphasized the importance of:
- Accuracy: Ensuring all measurements and alignments are precise to avoid errors during calibration.
- Documentation: Saving all relevant information and measurements for future reference and insurance purposes.
- Practice: Continuous practice and learning to improve efficiency and accuracy in ADAS calibrations.
Conclusion
Using our streamlined 7 Step ADAS method, we completed both calibrations on the Camry in under an hour — with no surprises, maximum accuracy, and full documentation.