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Why it is important to repair a windshield rock chip

A windshield rock chip can spread into a larger crack, compromising your car’s safety and visibility. Here are some reasons why you should have a windshield rock chip repaired as soon as possible:

  • To prevent the chip from spreading. Moisture and dirt can get into the chip and weaken the glass, so it is important to have it repaired immediately.
  • To maintain the structural integrity of your windshield. A cracked windshield can compromise its structural integrity and make you more vulnerable to injury in an accident.
  • To improve your visibility. A chip can obstruct your vision and make it difficult to see the road, especially at night or in bad weather conditions.
  • To avoid getting a ticket. In some states, it is illegal to drive with a cracked windshield. You could be ticketed and fined if you are caught driving with one.

If you have a rock chip in your windshield, it is important to have it repaired as soon as possible. A qualified auto glass technician can repair the chip and prevent it from spreading.

Why it is important to replace your auto glass when it is damaged beyond repair

A damaged windshield can compromise your car’s safety, visibility, comfort, and legality. Here are some reasons why you should replace your auto glass when it is damaged beyond repair:

  • Safety: A damaged windshield can compromise the structural integrity of your car and make you more vulnerable to injury in an accident. For example, a cracked windshield can shatter into pieces and injure you or your passengers.
  • Visibility: A damaged windshield can obstruct your vision and make it difficult to see the road. This can be dangerous, especially at night or in bad weather conditions. For example, a chip in your windshield can make it difficult to see oncoming traffic.
  • Comfort: A damaged windshield can let in wind and rain, making your car less comfortable to drive. It can also cause the interior of your car to heat up or cool down more quickly, which can be inconvenient. For example, a cracked windshield can let in cold air in the winter or hot air in the summer.
  • Legality: It is illegal to drive with a damaged windshield in some states. For example, in California, it is illegal to drive with a windshield that has a crack larger than 3 inches. If you are caught driving with a damaged windshield, you could be ticketed and fined.
ADAS Calibration

ADAS calibration is important after windshield replacement because it ensures that the cameras and sensors used by ADAS systems are properly aligned with the new windshield. This prevents the systems from malfunctioning, which could lead to an accident.

ADAS systems help you drive safely by providing features such as lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and automatic emergency braking. When a windshield is replaced, the cameras and sensors used by these systems may be misaligned. This misalignment can cause the systems to malfunction, such as not detecting objects or hazards in the road. This could lead to the driver not being warned of a potential collision, or the ADAS system taking action that is not appropriate for the situation.

In most cases, ADAS calibration is required after a windshield is replaced. However, there are some cases where it may not be necessary. For example, if the windshield is only cracked and not broken, or if the camera and sensors are not located in the area of the damage, calibration may not be required.

If you have a car with ADAS systems, it is important to have the ADAS calibration performed after the windshield is replaced. This will help to ensure that your ADAS systems are working properly and that you are safe on the road.

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