Read an article online that said the LKAS system need to be recalibrate after the windshield is replace. Anyone know if this is true? Will the warranty cover this procedure or the driver got to pay on his own? I just got a rock chipped, and it is pretty big. Trying to get it repair today but will see what they say. And if I do require a new one, do I go with OEM or aftermarket is fine?

 

There's another thread where someone used aftermarket and it wouldn't work with LKAS. They ended up having to go OEM.

 

My google-fu isn't that great. I only found thread about OEM windshield that help with the audio sound but not about the LKAS.

 

Here you go. Only a single response in the thread about having to use OEM: https://acurazine.com/forums/fifth-g...camera-959548/

 

Thanks Speed_Racer. I saw that thread couple days but didn't follow so I did not see the last comment. I just made a phone call to my insurance and they said they'll covered the replacement even if I got it done at the dealership. I guess my worry is done for now. Let see if the repair is fine afterward, if not then I'll ask for a replacement.

 

My recollection is that when I needed to replace my 2014 MDX Tech windshield, the glass place said because of the gadgetry it had to be OEM.

 

that's kinda weird considering the camera just need a clear site to read the lane marker. I found online glass repair that said to be the same spec as OE and almost half the price. I wonder what OEM glass is consist of comparing to the aftermarket.

 

I believe (definitely not positive) the OEM glass is made by Pilkington. Had the windshield on my 08 TLS replaced at a glass shop (not windshield shop) a few years back and they told me Honda / Acura glass is Pilkington. Have never had an issue but obviously don't have LKAS. Wife recently picked up a starburst in the upper portion of the passenger's side and am looking into getting it repaired vs. replaced.

 

I have a combination of cracks and starburst little bit bigger than a quarter. Hopefully they can get it fix and not a replacement. Kinda not want to break the original seal sigh

 

That was my thinking as well. Longer you wait the less change of that happening though.............

 

Thanks all for your tips guys. I got it fixed yesterday as I don't want to see the crack spread more than it need to, especially in the summer heat. They reduced the damage from the size of a quarter to a bean size scar. I was worry about Safelite work performance (Geico prefer to go there) as there are so many negative reviews about them, but it turn out to be pleasant and quick. I guess I will see how that will be holding in the long run =)

 

As an aside, doesn't the Tech model have the electrically heated windshield? On both my 2015s, there are electric conduits embedded near the base of the windshield that accelerates the defrosting of ice. I would want to be sure a non-OEM windshield would also have that feature before deciding to go that route.

Also, and this happened on my Audi A6, I noticed that after having replaced the windshield the rain sensing wipers never worked as efficiently as they did previously. It was an OEM windshield that was used but I never asked about recalibrating the rain sensing wipers. Maybe I should have.

Just food for thought.

 

I dont think mine have the heated windshield, or at least never see it in action lol. I wouldn't worry much about the rain sensing. That piece of crap never work properly on mine since day 1.

 

replace with OEM Honda glass unless aftermarket place can recalibrate LKAS themselves.If you bring it to a dealer to calibrate non OEM glass it won't work.

 

Had you gone through this yourself? Can you share your experience?

 

I went thru replacement and recalibration about a month or so ago. Got a crack that was not repairable. Insurance said since the car was new, they would allow OEM. But they said if the car was more than a year old, they would only pay for OEM-replica. So I'd prob have to fight with them or pay the difference to get OEM, if this happens again. Acura said windshield had to recalibrated and they were correct. LKAS was off and FCW was very late. Once recalibrated for an additional $700, all was fine.

 

$700!!! Not like they have to re-code the computer, wow seems steep for a simple operation.

 

Agreed - $700 seems WAY over the top. $70 maybe, but $700???

 

Typical dealer bullshit. Dealer here wanted $400 for a transmission fluid change for our MDX. The Honda dealer across the street did it for $100.

 

^^^^ I guess if people are willing to pay it, the dealers can and will continued to ask these outrageous charges.

As an aside - I found a Honda mechanic who does work on the side and had the tranny fluid replaced on her 09 Accord yesterday - $40.

 

Holysheeet, 700 buck for recalibrate? They dont call them stealership for no reason =\ I hope the fixed they did on mine stay put. Def don't wanna go thru this.

 

I would love to see what the tech does for that $700.............................

Could be as simple as some Windex and paper towels......................

 

See this December 2015 Acura Service News article:

B15120C
Aftermarket Replacement Windshield May Cause AcuraWatch Systems to Work Abnormally
https://acurazine.com/forums/third-g.../#post15646924

 

Yep! I'd love to know too. The systems did return to normal function afterward. It took several hours and I did get reimbursed by insurance.

 

$700 is way too much for that.between 200-250 would be acceptable for that.Depends on the dealerships current labor rate.Its actually kind of a long process.Have to set up aiming targets and measure where it is set several feet in front the car.The aiming targets need to be assembled/disassembled unless there is room in the dealership to store it.Which i am sure most don't have to room to keep it assembled.It is kind of a long procedure especially if it something that isn't done enough to remember.I would say a couple hours.Hopefully aftermarket comes up with a way the camera can be aimed with something easier and quicker.Maybe something that can be put on the window over the camera.From what i was told the aftermarket glass has too much glare that interferes with the camera aiming procedure.I actually was looking at a non OEM glass from a angle outside the drivers door.It defiantly didn't look clear.

 

Thank for your explanation. Are you a Honda / Acura Tech or perhaps have had this done and asked about it?

The glass defiantly didn't look clear or perhaps definitely didn't look clear? Just busting your chops.

 

I had my windshield replaced last month at a windshield shop and way floored at the 700 quote that included recal, Had to get it to pass inspection. When the tech finished he said he didn't recal it since it was a simple swap so that took the price down to $350 or so. I haven't noticed any issues with it and I use LKAS daily.

 

Replaced my Wife's smashed windshield on her MDX last year after she got struck by a soccer ball while she was driving on a parkway.

My insurance uses Safelite who didn't have it in stock with no ETA of any kind, so I ended up paying for it to get replaced at the dealership, and getting reimbursed. They luckily had 1 in stock, and the grand total ended up being over $1000 installed.

A co-worker had her Lexus windshield replaced by Safelite, and through her insurance. They screwed up, and ordered the wrong one without the rain sensor, and after days of back and forth, finally swapped it to the correct one.

With these cars, and these tech feactures, my advise would be to stick with the OEM glass if possible.

 

I have hear nothing but bad things about Safelite, and even witness an in store once that they ordered a wrong windshield for a customer and had to make them wait again. My insurance also uses Safelite, and fortunately I only had to do a fix and not a replace. So far the repair they did hold up the past week heatwave. I didn't notice any further cracking. My buddy got hired at an Acura dealer, I want to ask if she can get me the price quote for a replacement and recalibration lol

 

I had routine service done by a local Honda Tech @ his home on my wife's 16 RDX Advance. He asked me what I thought about the LKAS / CMBS / ACC, etc..... He said he has had to do a couple of recalibrations on Pilots and they are a "pain in the ass." Doing one requires a lot of physical space and can take a fair amount of time. He said the dealership he works at has had to replace a few non-OEM windshields because of the optics in the glass and in another instance, incorrect placement of the camera. He said it is one of his least favorite shop jobs to do...........