Dealership Glass was recommended to me by Toyota Lake City…read more
When a crack began spreading in my windshield, I contacted my insurance company to file a claim. After a brief initial conversation with Dealership Glass confirming that OEM glass could be ordered and would likely arrive within a week, I routed my claim to them. The replacement appointment was scheduled for a four-hour time slot.
Two days before the appointment, I called to ask if I could arrive an hour later due to a personal conflict. I was told firmly that this was not possible. Since I had never gone through a windshield replacement with ADAS calibration before, I decided to work around the schedule and arrived almost on time at 9:05 a.m. The technician, Ryan, was courteous and explained the process, including how to retrieve my keys from their automated lockbox if needed. The waiting area was comfortable, and another staff member later helped me access the Wi-Fi.
At 10:30 a.m.--well ahead of schedule--Ryan informed me that the work was complete and that using OEM Toyota parts made a big difference in both fit and turnaround time. After a short, pleasant chat, I left.
Unfortunately, later that day I noticed my Lane Keep Assist (Toyota's name for ADAS in the 2010 Prius) was no longer functioning. I have owned this vehicle for 11 years and know when and where the system should work, and it was now inoperative.
The next morning, I called and spoke with Jennifer, explaining that the ADAS likely had not been calibrated correctly and that the car needed to be rechecked. She seemed somewhat dismissive, noting that the paperwork showed the work was completed. While accurate paperwork is good, the system had worked flawlessly before the replacement and stopped immediately afterward.
Instead of offering to recheck the calibration, she referred me to a local Toyota dealer without clarifying who would cover the cost. Toyota Lake City later called me to schedule an appointment for the following Monday.
Over the next few days, I investigated the issue myself using Techstream (Toyota's dealership software). While I did not have prior calibration data, reviewing live data during a drive showed erratic lane detection, even on well-marked, well-lit roads.
A different Toyota dealership quoted me $430 (two hours of labor) for recalibration--less than Dealership Glass's listed $300 static recalibration fee. Wanting to avoid the expense and having some time, I consulted the official repair manual on ChiltonLibrary.com (thanks to King County Library's free access). The process, while labor-intensive, was straightforward with basic tools: a plumb bob, measuring line, Techstream, and in my case, a laser level for accuracy.
After completing the recalibration myself in about 2.5 hours, the system began working exactly as it had before. I later found that the calibration data in the car's computer showed the camera height set incorrectly by about 10 inches--likely the source of the problem.
Why I'm leaving a 3-star review:
Positives:
- Managed all ordering and communication with Toyota.
- Charged MSRP for all Toyota parts--no markup.
- Ryan reinstalled my dashcam and car wash sticker on the new glass.
- Very fast turnaround--although almost too fast, given the scope of work.
Negatives:
- The strict insistence on my 9:00 a.m. arrival (instead of allowing a 10:00 a.m. start) caused unnecessary stress for my schedule and family.
- Mistakes happen, but owning them and offering a clear resolution builds trust. Referring me to Toyota without committing to cover the cost did not inspire confidence.
