Radar replacement
A new or replacement front radar sensor commonly requires calibration and may also require coding or programming.
Manchester & North West
Automotive Radar Calibration
Professional radar sensor calibration for modern ADAS-equipped vehicles. ACC radar, front radar and radar replacement calibration for garages, bodyshops and vehicle owners.
- ADASSpecialist service
- TradeGarages & bodyshops
- LocalManchester based
What we do
Radar calibration after repair, replacement or adjustment
Radar sensors are used by systems such as adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking. If the position or alignment of a radar sensor changes, the vehicle may require calibration before those systems can operate as intended.
We provide automotive radar calibration in Manchester and the surrounding North West for passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles, following the applicable vehicle manufacturer calibration procedure.
Common reasons
When might radar calibration be required?
The exact requirement is vehicle-specific. Diagnostic information and manufacturer procedures should always be checked.
Bumper repairs
Removal, replacement or repair of a bumper can disturb a radar unit or its mounting position.
Collision repair
Impact damage around the front of the vehicle can affect radar alignment even when the sensor itself appears undamaged.
Geometry or suspension work
On some vehicles, changes affecting ride height, geometry or alignment can trigger a requirement to calibrate ADAS sensors.
ADAS warning faults
Warnings relating to adaptive cruise, emergency braking or driver assistance may require diagnosis before calibration can be completed.
Calibration after programming
Some radar-related repairs require control-unit programming or coding before the final calibration procedure.
The process
More than simply clearing a warning light
Vehicle assessment
We identify the vehicle, ADAS system and reason for calibration and check for relevant diagnostic faults.
Correct procedure
The required static, dynamic or combined procedure is determined from the vehicle and manufacturer information.
Calibration
The radar calibration is carried out using appropriate ADAS equipment and the required setup conditions.
Completion
We confirm the result, check relevant faults and provide calibration information for the job.
For the motor trade
Radar calibration support for garages and bodyshops
You do not need to invest in ADAS equipment just to complete occasional radar jobs. We can provide the specialist calibration stage while you retain the customer and the repair.
- Bodyshop and accident-repair work
- Independent garages and diagnostic specialists
- Radar sensor replacement jobs
- Vehicle programming support where required
- Manchester and North West coverage
Service area
Radar calibration in Manchester & the North West
Our calibration operation is Manchester based, with enquiries welcomed from across Greater Manchester and the wider North West. We work with motorists as well as garages, bodyshops and other automotive businesses.
Frequently asked questions
Radar calibration FAQs
What is automotive radar calibration?
It is the process of aligning or teaching the vehicle's radar sensor so its position and measurements correspond with the vehicle and the manufacturer's ADAS system requirements.
Does every radar sensor replacement need calibration?
Requirements vary by manufacturer and vehicle. Many replacement radar sensors require calibration, and some also need coding or programming. The correct procedure should be checked for the specific vehicle.
Can a radar calibration fix an ADAS warning?
Sometimes, but not every warning is caused by lost calibration. Faults can also be caused by wiring, sensor damage, mounting problems, incorrect coding or other vehicle issues. Diagnosis may be needed first.
What systems use the front radar?
Depending on the vehicle, front radar can support adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking and other driver-assistance functions.
Do you work with garages and bodyshops?
Yes. Trade calibration work is a core part of the service, including post-repair radar calibration and jobs where a sensor or related control unit has been replaced.
Need a calibration?
Tell us about the vehicle
For the quickest response, have the vehicle registration, make/model and reason for calibration ready.
Call 07538 469290
ADAS Connect
Radar Calibration is operated by the Manchester ADAS Connect calibration centre.