Windshield replacement

[Tali]

Has anyone had to recalibrate their camera after replacing the windshield

 

[Mac]

No. Have had 2 replacements with no need for camera recalibration. Watched the entire replacement process both times and both installers (Safelite and independent) said if there is no windshield damage near the camerA, the recalibration is not needed. As I understand it, the recalibration can only be performed by a dealer due to proprietary software via the Kia dealership. Also, there has been talk of the SX models with HUD needing the recalibration if a windshield is replaced regardless of where the damage occurred but I can’t confirm this fact. We have the S model and have NOT had any recalibration performed after windshield replacement and the cruise and lane assist functions are perfect. IMHO, think it’s a way for the dealer to ‘get in your pocket’ for no good reason.

 

[G-673323]

No. Have had 2 replacements with no need for camera recalibration. Watched the entire replacement process both times and both installers (Safelite and independent) said if there is no windshield damage near the camerA, the recalibration is not needed. As I understand it, the recalibration can only be performed by a dealer due to proprietary software via the Kia dealership. Also, there has been talk of the SX models with HUD needing the recalibration if a windshield is replaced regardless of where the damage occurred but I can’t confirm this fact. We have the S model and have NOT had any recalibration performed after windshield replacement and the cruise and lane assist functions are perfect. IMHO, think it’s a way for the dealer to ‘get in your pocket’ for no good reason.

Thanks for the info. Ordered 1 thru safelite and they didnt think I would need it done but Kia website does. My windshield stared and crack ran very easy. Hopefully the next 1 doesnt.