ADAS Calibration

There are various ADAS features that improve the driving experience without taking over too much control. When used alone, these features are considered Level 1. Here are the most common ones that repair professionals should expect to see:

1. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Adaptive Cruise Control maintains a set speed like traditional cruise control, but with added sensors that cause the vehicle to adjust its speed based on the distance to the car ahead. If traffic slows, the system will reduce speed; once the lane clears, it resumes the preset speed. However, steering is still fully manual.

2. Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Lane Keep Assist gently steers the vehicle to stay within lane markings if it senses unintentional drifting. It doesn’t take over steering entirely, which is more akin to full lane centering, but it nudges the driver back to the center of the lane. LKA is commonly combined with ACC, but then it gets into Level 2 territory.

3. Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Emergency Brake Assist detects the potential for a frontal collision and increases braking force if it senses that the driver’s reaction is too slow or weak. It supports, rather than replaces, the driver’s braking input.

4. Park Assist (Basic Versions)
Some Level 1 park assist systems help with steering into a spot but require the driver to control the brakes and throttle. These do not qualify as fully automated parking but do offer some assistance.

Each of these systems handles only one function at a time, making them great examples of Level 1 functionality. They’re designed to support, not replace, the driver.