The windshield of your vehicle has large importance in safety, visibility, and strength of your vehicle. A small chip or crack might look tolerable, but in time, it can develop into more severe issues. While in Wellington, here are five key signs that say it is high time for a windshield repair or replacement.
1. Noticeable Chips And Cracks
Even a small crack can grow larger because of the change in temperatures and road movements. Getting small chips fixed early can save you a lot of time and cost in replacing the whole windshield.
2. Decreased Visibility
Chips or cracks block your field of vision impairing your ability to drive safely, especially at night or when it’s pouring hard in Wellington.
3. Damage Around ADAS Sensors
Camera focus can be skipped in the case of ADAS equipped vehicles. Most of the time, new windshield cameras are needed to be installed for this. New windshields often cause issues with ADAS cameras installation because it requires complete recalibration. In that way, replacing a windshield means you have to do a new calibration of ADAS too.
4. Lack Of Structural Strength
Your windshield aids your vehicle’s roof to ensuring the cabin does not crumple in case of an accident. A weakened windshield can dramatically decrease the safety provisions against a crash so it has to be replaced instantly.
5. Failed Inspections Because of the Vehicle
An inspection failure is usually accompanied by a faulty windshield, and without rectification, the fine and repairs can needlessly hike up.