Hi Alfredo! I really love your videos and completely understand the importance of recalibration. Just wondering about the Eye Sight recalibration though. The cameras are on the headliner and aren’t moved during installation. Why is it they want them recalibrated?
Rick Collins the way it made sense to me. Picture this if you where to remove glasses off your face and put them back on you would have to readjust so you could see clearly again. No every single windshield is made exactly the same so the distortion is different, or when setting the glass to high or to low this things make a huge difference for the camera. Some camera’s have burned out because it would constantly try to adjust through a windshield with high distortion. There are many other reasons but it’s really true. You must recalibrate after every replacement.
SafeLite needs to drive my Subaru Impreza 20+ miles to recalibrate after windshield installation. You’re in a garage. Why do they have to drive all over the city?
I have 2016 prius and I have Lane assist and brake assist all I can say is this system is not working no matter if it was recalibrated correctly if the tire size was change or the tire pressure is low this thing is useless I do mechanic work by myself this thing is only working above 45mph and only recognizes very clear lanes. Manufacturers are cheating people by putting this system because it's unsafe it's not helping at all and the damn system doesn't even work when it's sunny or when it's raining so it's pointless package it gives people false hope.
My job is to do camera calibrations after windshield replacements. I'd say maybe 1 out of 100 are improved after the calibration is completed. But most of the time it seems to make no difference at all. Especially on Subarus where the camera is in the headliner and never moved.
Hello Alfredo, what is your facebook group name? Just saw the Toyota Tundra installment. Great stuff. I currently do windshield repairs and its going terribly slow because of what's going on. So I'm going to invest in these tools for replacements because I get many calls for that. If you have time I would really appreciate a Basic list of the tools you used in that video, & some other essentials please?
I have found that Subarus tend to be far more difficult to calibrate than most vehicles what is your opinion on this? I don’t know if it’s lighting or watt but sometimes it takes me multiple tries. I’m using the Autel system
The target board for the Autel system is more sensitive to light than optiaim. I've used both. Autel is better overall because the target board is so much easier to level and set to the correct height than the magnet board you get with optiaim. When you have your target board setup make sure there's no dark shadows directly underneath and lighting is evenly distributed. If you get a distance NG proceed to distance correlation. That usually passes and will ask to perform an accuracy reading. 99 out of 100 times you should get a successful reading. I use the mobile system too. I can do my setup, pre scan, calibration and post scan done in less than 15 minutes. Hope this helps.
@@wickermanfluxcompression290 awesome thanks For the information that’s a big help I’ve only been doing calibrations for a couple months now it’s been a little tricky learning
@@wickermanfluxcompression290 I had a Acura MDX last week and the Autel instructions set target height to 1100mm and the vehicle would not calibrate after days of research I found that on the larger Honda Acura SUVs you need to raise the target a additional 100 mm and then it finally passed the static test. But it was very frustrating trying to figure this out and having to have the customer bring the vehicle back in
@@jglassman1122 I learned that pretty early on myself with the Hondas and Acuras that are static plus dynamic calibration. For me I could still get passed the static at 1100mm but the dynamic portion would do nothing. It has to do with Autel using a smaller target board than OEM which allows you to shoot it at 3000mm instead of 6000mm. A huge convenience. They do offer the target board for 6000mm but it's such a pain in the ass to set up since the boards have to be 1200mm apart instead of 700mm which can't be done on the arm extensions on the portable stand so you have to move the stand each time. Just try and remember to shoot SUVs, trucks and vans at 1200mm height and should be good to go.
If u bought a proper board and and measure boards witch hang of the wheels which use laser light which lines up with the front board. U would calibrate every car in under 10mins. No stress no fiddling about. The way ur doing it is so long winded.looks like torture.
Hey tough guy the proper board is part of a whole system of templates and very expensive.Alfredo is doing a great job here Subaru’s give a lot techs a tough time.keep up the great work.
@@jtwilson1982 hey tough guy😂😂😂😂😂1st grow up and stop acting like a child. Secondly ,seeing as Im top in my field in adas systems .I know what I'm talking about. Im stating a fact and trying to help the guy out. His set up is so outdated. It's costing him time and money. Thank you
@@jglassman1122 I work on adas system for a long time. A calibration set up of board and lasers takes no more than 5 mins. Then a push of a button on lap top. Even astec over the air takes 15 min's. This would fry my brain . So old school.no need to drive it after either. Cause u do a post scan after .which gives u any faults.
Hello Alfredo, I was told that my eyesight is not calibrating correctly due to damage to the roof of car, what exactly can I mention to a body professional to check out in order to resolve this eyesight issue?? Thanks!
Two types of calibration dynamics which you have to drive the vehicle and statics which require a targeting board. Subarus, Volkswagen, and some Honda’s require both. If you have a vehicle that needs a static calibration it needs to go to a shop which is most foreign vehicles. American vehicles you can do on the street
Are you ever doing in shop calibrations on Saturdays? I have only been calibrating for a couple months now I have the Autel mobile system and the snap on in shop system. Both have their pros and cons. It would be nice to talk and watch someone with more experience as Quality information is hard to find the training for my system was only two days and that’s a lot to cram in two days. Are you able to calibrate vehicles that have been lowered or raised? Did you do the optiaim training in Georgia?
Hi Alfredo. You are obviously very conscientious. As you may know, there is a class action suit against Subaru because of the high frequency of cracked windshields in their cars and the expense involved. Do you think there is something wrong with Subaru windshields that makes them crack too easily? Thanks!
Honestly I don’t see anything different from other vehicles. I don’t find this vehicle been one of those with stress crack problems. Most new windshields are definitely thinner then before.
Joe Son It really doesn’t matter if you unplug or not. New glass is install. The decking or the position will never be exactly the same but worse is the distortion on the glass. Many cameras have burn due to not been able to focus correctly. Camera could cost up to $1,000 or more. There are quite a few different other reasons why. We learned more and more as starting to get involved in recalibrating.
It's covered by insurance if the customer has it. If they don't I'd recommend declining the calibration. 99 out of 100 times everything should be fine and calibration is expensive. Not worth it. If there's a problem than likely the calibration would fail anyways and the windshield would need to be replaced again.
Alfredo I have a question for you. It's been debated that glass installers have to use OE glass, because aftermarket glass can't be calibrated? Do you use aftermarket or OE glass? Thanks
It also works with aftermarket, I've done over 100 replacements on this specific model with after market. From early yr with ldw all the way to current yr.
More or less around $300-$400 depending why they need to be recalibrate. Just like mine I installed my lift kit for the 2020 Subaru Forester base model and I went for alignment they told me that because newer cars have eyesight this need to be recalibrated again for safety purposes but I told them that I disconnected the battery before I did the work and turned off the safety features they have because I know there's a big chance that a code might come out but thankfully after reconnecting the battery no code or error came out even I checked with my code reader obd2 scanner. I drove my car and turned on the safety features everything works well I even drove in the highway and the eyesight lane keep assist and sway warning works perfectly fine, pre-collision braking is working as well, adapted cruise control works as well. This is why I hate newer cars because of the technology they added in other words if you do something make sure your prepare to pay something :P.
@@julianix143 Your eyesight system, without a doubt, is not functioning properly. The fact that you think you need codes set to have a problem, shows you have no idea what these systems are or how these systems work. Go try and calibrate that camera. You'll never be able to do it. It's fine that your car has altered safety systems, but don't act like it functions as designed, and "disconnecting a battery" saved you a calibration XD
@@tubeyou0925 It took you 3 months to comment here :P I been driving my Forester for a year now with dirt and all my system are working as hell since I know what I'm doing :) May be you need to check us on IG Lifted Forester so you got an idea too :P.
You can just tell this guys one of those people who do their job with pride and decency.
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Hi Alfredo! I really love your videos and completely understand the importance of recalibration. Just wondering about the Eye Sight recalibration though. The cameras are on the headliner and aren’t moved during installation. Why is it they want them recalibrated?
Rick Collins the way it made sense to me. Picture this if you where to remove glasses off your face and put them back on you would have to readjust so you could see clearly again. No every single windshield is made exactly the same so the distortion is different, or when setting the glass to high or to low this things make a huge difference for the camera. Some camera’s have burned out because it would constantly try to adjust through a windshield with high distortion. There are many other reasons but it’s really true. You must recalibrate after every replacement.
Thank you! I like that answer! Keep the videos coming!!
SafeLite needs to drive my Subaru Impreza 20+ miles to recalibrate after windshield installation. You’re in a garage. Why do they have to drive all over the city?
the calibration steps guide ,where to collect ? and where to bey the wheel centertool ?
the board magnetic targets ?
I have 2016 prius and I have Lane assist and brake assist all I can say is this system is not working no matter if it was recalibrated correctly if the tire size was change or the tire pressure is low this thing is useless I do mechanic work by myself this thing is only working above 45mph and only recognizes very clear lanes. Manufacturers are cheating people by putting this system because it's unsafe it's not helping at all and the damn system doesn't even work when it's sunny or when it's raining so it's pointless package it gives people false hope.
Did you check if the system is on or not? Most of the time it's because it was accidentally hit or press and that's why it's not working.
Hands down one of the best professionals at his craft that I have seen.
What is the name of the tool you used to help find the center of the wheel?
Would you get a check engine light or a code if it’s not recalibrated?
So let's cut the crap. How much is the calibration really off if at all on a brand new clear windshield? I'm guessing not much if at all.
My job is to do camera calibrations after windshield replacements. I'd say maybe 1 out of 100 are improved after the calibration is completed. But most of the time it seems to make no difference at all. Especially on Subarus where the camera is in the headliner and never moved.
@@wickermanfluxcompression290thank you for your response.
Where can the target for recalibration be purchased. Thank you.
Hello Alfredo, what is your facebook group name? Just saw the Toyota Tundra installment. Great stuff. I currently do windshield repairs and its going terribly slow because of what's going on. So I'm going to invest in these tools for replacements because I get many calls for that. If you have time I would really appreciate a Basic list of the tools you used in that video, & some other essentials please?
Bert Rz here is the link. facebook.com/groups/680433709008882/?ref=share
Which Dewalt laser is that you are using I would like to add that to my set up
How much is a system like the one you used? Thanks
I have found that Subarus tend to be far more difficult to calibrate than most vehicles what is your opinion on this? I don’t know if it’s lighting or watt but sometimes it takes me multiple tries. I’m using the Autel system
The target board for the Autel system is more sensitive to light than optiaim. I've used both. Autel is better overall because the target board is so much easier to level and set to the correct height than the magnet board you get with optiaim. When you have your target board setup make sure there's no dark shadows directly underneath and lighting is evenly distributed. If you get a distance NG proceed to distance correlation. That usually passes and will ask to perform an accuracy reading. 99 out of 100 times you should get a successful reading. I use the mobile system too. I can do my setup, pre scan, calibration and post scan done in less than 15 minutes. Hope this helps.
@@wickermanfluxcompression290 awesome thanks For the information that’s a big help I’ve only been doing calibrations for a couple months now it’s been a little tricky learning
@@wickermanfluxcompression290 how did you receive training?
@@wickermanfluxcompression290 I had a Acura MDX last week and the Autel instructions set target height to 1100mm and the vehicle would not calibrate after days of research I found that on the larger Honda Acura SUVs you need to raise the target a additional 100 mm and then it finally passed the static test. But it was very frustrating trying to figure this out and having to have the customer bring the vehicle back in
@@jglassman1122 I learned that pretty early on myself with the Hondas and Acuras that are static plus dynamic calibration. For me I could still get passed the static at 1100mm but the dynamic portion would do nothing. It has to do with Autel using a smaller target board than OEM which allows you to shoot it at 3000mm instead of 6000mm. A huge convenience. They do offer the target board for 6000mm but it's such a pain in the ass to set up since the boards have to be 1200mm apart instead of 700mm which can't be done on the arm extensions on the portable stand so you have to move the stand each time. Just try and remember to shoot SUVs, trucks and vans at 1200mm height and should be good to go.
If u bought a proper board and and measure boards witch hang of the wheels which use laser light which lines up with the front board. U would calibrate every car in under 10mins. No stress no fiddling about. The way ur doing it is so long winded.looks like torture.
Hey tough guy the proper board is part of a whole system of templates and very expensive.Alfredo is doing a great job here Subaru’s give a lot techs a tough time.keep up the great work.
I have the Autel system as well as the snap on system and they still take quite a while to set up
@@jtwilson1982 hey tough guy😂😂😂😂😂1st grow up and stop acting like a child. Secondly ,seeing as Im top in my field in adas systems .I know what I'm talking about.
Im stating a fact and trying to help the guy out. His set up is so outdated. It's costing him time and money. Thank you
@@jglassman1122 I work on adas system for a long time. A calibration set up of board and lasers takes no more than 5 mins. Then a push of a button on lap top. Even astec over the air takes 15 min's. This would fry my brain . So old school.no need to drive it after either. Cause u do a post scan after .which gives u any faults.
Hello Alfredo, I was told that my eyesight is not calibrating correctly due to damage to the roof of car, what exactly can I mention to a body professional to check out in order to resolve this eyesight issue?? Thanks!
Hi Alfredo can you tel me where you got that black tool to get the center of the wheel where you make the cross. Thanks again.
Sylvain Houle it came in my kit from OptiAim
@@AlfredosAutoGlassRepairCorona
Hi Alfredo when did you buy your Optiaim Kit. I bought min a year ago an I didn't have those that's wy i'm asking.
I bet most shops don’t do this they charge you the calibration fee! If I pay for it I better get done and if something happens I will own them!!!
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when you change windshield. the street how do you calibrate?
Two types of calibration dynamics which you have to drive the vehicle and statics which require a targeting board. Subarus, Volkswagen, and some Honda’s require both. If you have a vehicle that needs a static calibration it needs to go to a shop which is most foreign vehicles. American vehicles you can do on the street
Would you be willing to train people on calibration?
Yes 👍
Are you ever doing in shop calibrations on Saturdays? I have only been calibrating for a couple months now I have the Autel mobile system and the snap on in shop system. Both have their pros and cons. It would be nice to talk and watch someone with more experience as Quality information is hard to find the training for my system was only two days and that’s a lot to cram in two days. Are you able to calibrate vehicles that have been lowered or raised? Did you do the optiaim training in Georgia?
Ever get the joy of using the beta seal one gun? The one that uses 2 tubes with the mixer ?
Have you had any problems with tool not being able to calibrate a vehicle?
Any tricks on mac half windshield in rubber beside just hooking it in ?
Hi Alfredo what is the name of the machine that you used and where did you get it from thx.
Hi Alfredo. You are obviously very conscientious. As you may know, there is a class action suit against Subaru because of the high frequency of cracked windshields in their cars and the expense involved. Do you think there is something wrong with Subaru windshields that makes them crack too easily? Thanks!
Honestly I don’t see anything different from other vehicles. I don’t find this vehicle been one of those with stress crack problems. Most new windshields are definitely thinner then before.
@@AlfredosAutoGlassRepairCorona Thanks for the information, Alfredo!
useless, camera works anyway
Quick question for anyone why are we even doing recalibrations on these with the camera not being disconnected?
Joe Son It really doesn’t matter if you unplug or not. New glass is install. The decking or the position will never be exactly the same but worse is the distortion on the glass. Many cameras have burn due to not been able to focus correctly. Camera could cost up to $1,000 or more. There are quite a few different other reasons why. We learned more and more as starting to get involved in recalibrating.
How did you learn calibration’s?
Do most customers pay cash for the calibration or do most use insurance?
It's covered by insurance if the customer has it. If they don't I'd recommend declining the calibration. 99 out of 100 times everything should be fine and calibration is expensive. Not worth it. If there's a problem than likely the calibration would fail anyways and the windshield would need to be replaced again.
Alfredo I have a question for you. It's been debated that glass installers have to use OE glass, because aftermarket glass can't be calibrated? Do you use aftermarket or OE glass? Thanks
It also works with aftermarket, I've done over 100 replacements on this specific model with after market. From early yr with ldw all the way to current yr.
If that were the case Safelite would be out of business because they are cheap fucks.
@@bigelile07 I work for safelite…. Word hahaha
@@kalkent8363
Are they still overworking and underpaying their techs?
Can you do all this in one hour?
HI Alfredo I was wondering where do you buy the winshield glass for the cars?
I would assume maybe mygrant? That's who I use and they have a ton of warehouses all across the States
Nice 👍🏿
How much do you charge just for the calibration? I live in utah and this is new to me
More or less around $300-$400 depending why they need to be recalibrate. Just like mine I installed my lift kit for the 2020 Subaru Forester base model and I went for alignment they told me that because newer cars have eyesight this need to be recalibrated again for safety purposes but I told them that I disconnected the battery before I did the work and turned off the safety features they have because I know there's a big chance that a code might come out but thankfully after reconnecting the battery no code or error came out even I checked with my code reader obd2 scanner. I drove my car and turned on the safety features everything works well I even drove in the highway and the eyesight lane keep assist and sway warning works perfectly fine, pre-collision braking is working as well, adapted cruise control works as well. This is why I hate newer cars because of the technology they added in other words if you do something make sure your prepare to pay something :P.
@@julianix143 Your eyesight system, without a doubt, is not functioning properly. The fact that you think you need codes set to have a problem, shows you have no idea what these systems are or how these systems work. Go try and calibrate that camera. You'll never be able to do it. It's fine that your car has altered safety systems, but don't act like it functions as designed, and "disconnecting a battery" saved you a calibration XD
@@tubeyou0925 It took you 3 months to comment here :P I been driving my Forester for a year now with dirt and all my system are working as hell since I know what I'm doing :) May be you need to check us on IG Lifted Forester so you got an idea too :P.
That subaru doesnt need calibration cameras are in the top not on the windshied 🤔
メキツコ人です it actually does require recalibration.
Great video. Just wondering where you get your targets?
I believe there’s an opti aim package that supplies them