Has anyone had to replace a windshield? Any issues with recalibration of the collision avoidance sensor?

[2020 GT500]

Any issues recalibrating the collision avoidance sensor?

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[LC48]

I've had the luck of replacing the windshield twice now - safelite both times and zero recalibration issues

 

[2020 GT500]

Thank you!

 

[Tanker64]

I'm replacing one Tuesday with Safelite. I'll report back.

 

[Johnny maverick]

Make sure they know about the heated wiper park if you have a lux.

 

[2020 GT500]

I'm replacing one Tuesday with Safelite. I'll report back.

Yes, thank you. Out here in California the Safelite windshield replacement made it clear that they are not using OEM which is probably why the recalibration becomes more important because the optical clarity of glass and one brand to Another is different. So yes I would be curious to know how they actually do calibrate your windshield if you don’t mind telling once it is done.

 

[2020 GT500]

Confirmed Safelite DOES NOT use Ford glass and clearly says so on proposal/work order.

 

[Justin says...]

I'm replacing one Tuesday with Safelite. I'll report back.

Dang I just saw this. I was hoping you could ask the Satelite guy how much it would cost to upgrade to the acoustic glass.

 

[Tanker64]

I'm replacing one Tuesday with Safelite. I'll report back.

SO. had the windshield replaced today at my house. 35 degrees and sunny. Good job good service by Safelite. NOT OEM glass. Tech did the recalibration and test drove it. Reasonable price overall, but the recalibration cost more than the glass. By a lot.
You do have to let it sit for a couple of hours after the service (about 2) and no hi pressure car washes for 2 days minimum.

I'm replacing one Tuesday with Safelite. I'll report back.

 

[2020 GT500]

SO. had the windshield replaced today at my house. 35 degrees and sunny. Good job good service by Safelite. NOT OEM glass. Tech did the recalibration and test drove it. Reasonable price overall, but the recalibration cost more than the glass. By a lot.
You do have to let it sit for a couple of hours after the service (about 2) and no hi pressure car washes for 2 days minimum.

Thank you for the follow up. How did you get the price match?

 

[Tanker64]

Thank you for the follow up. How did you get the price match?

Sorry meant to mention that.
I went on line and asked for a quote, then left without scheduling service. Within 12 hours I had a code for $150 off which the local vendor had to honor.
Also, the final price is $776; the $50 fee for mobile service was waived as I had to reschedule my appointment at their site due to the replacement glass was received chipped. All this after an initial quote over $1100.

 

[2020 GT500]

Sorry meant to mention that.
I went on line and asked for a quote, then left without scheduling service. Within 12 hours I had a code for $150 off which the local vendor had to honor.
Also, the final price is $776; the $50 fee for mobile service was waived as I had to reschedule my appointment at their site due to the replacement glass was received chipped.

Wow, nice! I was able to get a quote from Safelite to use Ford 0EM glass -out the door is $1050 for me with a $45 discount code. Maybe I’ll login under my other email and try for the strategy you employed!

 

[OTACORB]

My windshield got cracked within 30 days to taking delivery of mine. Good ole Louisiana roads. I took it to Safelite and there was no issue with the calibration at all. They did put my windshield wipers on too high and I had to tell them to adjust them which they did in about 5 minutes. $100 deductible and I was out the door. When I scheduled they said they had to have the vin to make sure they had the right glass in stock. So they know if you have the one with the acoustic and heated wiper.

 

[LC48]

My first was Ford OEM, there was no aftermarket and it took 3 weeks to arrive, calibrated no problem. Second was aftermarket, again calibrated no iss at all. They are really not that touchy to setup and cal.....

 

[Tanker64]

Yes, thank you. Out here in California the Safelite windshield replacement made it clear that they are not using OEM which is probably why the recalibration becomes more important because the optical clarity of glass and one brand to Another is different. So yes I would be curious to know how they actually do calibrate your windshield if you don’t mind telling once it is done.

The actual calibration is done with a tablet like tool that plugs into the port under the dash. The tech runs through a menu and makes a couple of height measurements inputs them and is done. Takes about 10-15 minutes followed by a 5 minute check ride to verify. I am not a technical car guy (or even vaguely tool competent) so that's the best answer I got.....

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