Episode 2: The ADAS Repair Process, Start to Finish (Sponsored by Smart Express)
In this episode, Greg and Jen break down the complete ADAS repair process and explain why modern collision repair involves much more than replacing damaged parts and refinishing paint. They introduce the five stages of a proper ADAS repair and show how each stage builds upon the one before it.
The conversation explores how diagnostics guide repair planning, why repairs themselves can create new electronic faults, how in-process scans help identify issues before calibration, and why final validation is essential before a vehicle is returned to the customer.
Key Topics Covered
• The five stages of the ADAS repair process
• Why modern collision repair is more than bodywork
• The role of pre-scans in identifying hidden damage
• How repairs can affect vehicle electronics and safety systems
• Why in-process scans are performed after reassembly
• The purpose of ADAS calibrations
• Static vs. dynamic calibrations
• The importance of post-scan validation and test drives
• Why repair sequence matters
• Documentation and verification of completed repairs
Facts & Insights Mentioned
• A proper ADAS repair consists of five primary stages:
1. Pre-Scan
2. Physical Repair
3. In-Process Scan
4. Calibration
5. Post-Scan & Validation
• A pre-scan establishes the vehicle's electronic baseline before repairs begin.