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Honda Releases A Job Aid For ADAS
Honda has created a new Job Aid called Aiming Driving Support Systems. Let’s take a look at the types of information and where you will find this document.
Per the Honda Job Aid: “Many Honda vehicles have advanced safety driving support systems to help warn drivers and mitigate hazards. It is very important that you understand these systems and how to properly aim the camera or radar units. This job aid will discuss the function of each driver support system feature, the tools needed to properly aim the camera or radar unit, general requirements for aiming and troubleshooting tips.”
In this document, you'll find special tool part numbers, along with pictures, and which part will require the special tools. To find this information go to techinfo.honda.com, login, select a vehicle, do a find for “aiming”, and then click on the link called Aiming Driving Support Systems.
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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
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Great Designs in Steel 2019 Presentations Release
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