Calibration - Front Radar Sensor
- 2023:-10-06: Added increase/decrease direction for clockwise/counterclockwise values in Alignment Adjustment table.
- 2023-06-16: Replaced steps for the Toolbox 3 Tools tab.
Choose the appropriate correction code based on the vehicle's date of manufacture:
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Vehicles built through April 10,
2016 - FRT No: 17201500NoteThese vehicles are built with driver assistance 1.0 hardware (DAS 1.0)
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Vehicles built between April 10,
2016 and August 20, 2017 - FRT No: 17201700NoteThese vehicles are built with either driver assistance 1.0 or 2.0 hardware (DAS 2.0).
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Vehicles built after August 20,
2017 - FRT No: 17201800NoteThese vehicles are built with driver assistance 2.5 hardware (DAS 2.5).
Special tools required for this procedure:
Vehicle Build Date | Part Number | Description |
Vehicles built through April 10, 2016 |
1056984-00-A 1056723-00-D |
Radar calibration bubble level Nut driver, 3.5mm |
Vehicles built between April 10, 2016 and August 20, 2017 |
1056984-00-A 1109688-00-A |
Radar calibration bubble level Tool, radar bracket adjustment |
Vehicles built after August 20, 2017 |
1076714-00-A 1120568-00-A 1115110-00-A |
4-Piece mini soft grip awl, hook & picks set Bit, T25 Torx, 70mm Skt, 1/4" dr, E5 Torx external |
Procedure
- Vehicles built after August 20, 2017: skip to step 8.
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Remove components for access to the radar sensor:
Vehicle Build Date Steps Vehicles built between April 10, 2016 and August 20, 2017 Remove the front fascia assembly (refer to procedure).
Vehicles built after August 20, 2017 Remove the front fascia assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the HEPA filter inlet duct (refer to procedure).
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Drive the vehicle on to an alignment rack.
NoteDAS 1.0 and DAS 2.0 vehicles need vertical alignment before Service Drive Alignment. DAS 2.5 vehicles need a Service Drive Alignment, and then vertical and horizontal alignment.
- Clean the front of the radar sensor with water and a clean shop towel.
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If the vehicle was built through August 20, 2017, use the bubble tool to check vertical alignment. If the bubble is not centered between the lines on the long side of the bubble tool, adjust the vertical alignment screw until the bubble is centered:
CAUTIONInspect the bubble tool for damage. Do not perform this procedure with a damaged bubble tool.CAUTIONExcessive pressure might misalign the radar sensor. Do not apply excessive pressure to the radar sensor or bubble tool.Tip: Use a flashlight to make the bubble easier to see.Tip: Remove the adjustment tool while measuring with the bubble tool to avoid misalignment of the radar sensor.
Vehicle Build Date Bubble Tool Position Vertical Alignment Location Vehicles built through April 10, 2016 Gently hold the short side of the bubble tool flat against the upper center portion of the radar sensor face. Make sure that the bubble tool is against the sensor gasket.
Adjust the alignment set screw on the right side of the radar sensor.
Vehicles built between April 10, 2016 and August 20, 2017 Gently hold the short side of the bubble tool flat against the upper center portion of the radar sensor face.
Adjust the alignment set screw on the right side of the radar sensor.
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Remove the vehicle from the alignment rack.
WarningIn the next steps, an assistant must operate the vehicle while you use Toolbox.
- Install the front fascia.
- Connect a laptop to the diagnostic port of the vehicle, and then use Toolbox 3 to locally connect to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- Unlock the vehicle gateway for diagnostic communication. See Gateway Unlock.
- Shift the vehicle into Park.
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Using Toolbox 3, select the
Actions
tab, and the select the appropriate ODIN routine for the vehicle:
- If the vehicle was built through August 20, 2017, search for "BOSCH Service Drive Alignment", select the ODIN routine PROC_RADC_X_BOSCH-SERVICE-DRIVE-ALIGNMENTvia Toolbox: (link), click on the link of the routine, and then continue to step 12.
- If the vehicle was built after August 20, 2017:
- Search for "Plant-Mode", select the ODIN routine PROC_RADC_X_PLANT-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click on the link of the routine, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- Search for "Service Drive Alignment", select the ODIN routine PROC_RADC_X_CONTINENTAL-SERVICE-DRIVE-ALIGNMENTvia Toolbox: (link), click on the link of the routine, and then continue to the next step.
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Click Run, follow the
onscreen instructions, and adjust the radar sensor alignment according to the
instructions in Toolbox 3. Repeat this step until Toolbox determines that the
radar sensor alignment does not need adjustment.
WarningPerform the calibration procedure in a suitable location and comply with all local traffic safety laws.NoteIf the test drive shows the vehicle to track poorly or pull to the side, or if steering is sloppy or off center, then perform a four wheel alignment check.NoteVehicles built after August 20, 2017: Bring the alignment adjustment tool in the vehicle during the drive cycle.NoteThe front fascia must be removed any time the radar needs to be adjusted. Make sure that the fascia is installed before performing the service drive.
Table 1. Alignment Adjustment Based on Toolbox Output Clockwise turn to increase value Counterclockwise turn to decrease value Table 2. Alignment Adjustment Locations Vehicle Build Date Horizontal Alignment Location Vertical Alignment Location Vehicles built through April 10, 2016 Adjust the alignment set screw on the left side of the radar sensor.
Tip: Remove the adjustment tool while measuring with the bubble tool to avoid misalignment of the radar sensor.Not applicable. Adjusted in an earlier step.
Vehicles built between April 10, 2016 and August 20, 2017 Adjust the alignment set screw on the left side of the radar sensor.
Tip: Remove the adjustment tool while measuring with the bubble tool to avoid misalignment of the radar sensor.Not applicable. Adjusted in an earlier step.
Vehicles built after August 20, 2017 Adjust the alignment stud on the left side of the radar sensor.
WarningEach time a stud is adjusted, use a paint pen to mark the radar bracket near that stud. Replace the radar bracket after 5 adjustments of either stud.Adjust the alignment stud on the right side of the radar sensor.
WarningEach time a stud is adjusted, use a paint pen to mark the radar bracket near that stud. Replace the radar bracket after 5 adjustments of either stud. -
Vehicles built through August
20, 2017
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Vehicles built after
August 20, 2017:
- Reinstall the HEPA filter inlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Inlet (Remove and Replace).
- Reinstall the front fascia assembly. See Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install).
- Perform a road test to check Autopilot and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control operation.