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In this video, we show how to perform a static radar verification on a 2023 Toyota RAV4 using the 7 Step ADAS method — all without a right-side reference line. This test challenges Toyota’s OEM bumper height spec (850mm), comparing real-world outcomes at 860mm and 800mm, and shows what happens when spec alignment doesn’t match field results. It's a full walkthrough of how to problem-solve sensor placement issues before calibration fails.

Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & Overview of the Setup
01:15 – 3 OEM Methods: Triangle, Flat Target, Driving Adjustment
02:45 – Why We’re Skipping the Right Side Line
04:20 – Front Line Setup Using Left Laser + Bosch Square
06:00 – Establishing the Center Line with Plumb Bob
07:30 – Target Placement at 850mm, Then Testing Other Heights
09:40 – Horizontal Misalignment Despite Centering
11:00 – Reattempt at 860mm & Off-Road Spec at 800mm
13:10 – Results Comparison: No Adjustment Possible
14:30 – What This Means for Technicians in the Field
15:20 – Closing Thoughts & What Worked Best

Highlights
📏 Target Height Matters: Verifying against 850mm, 860mm, and 800mm
🔧 Real-World vs Spec: OEM says it should work — but it doesn’t always
🧠 Line Geometry Done Right: Alignment achieved without a right side line
🚫 No Adjustments Available: Sensor is fixed-mount — no tuning screws

Key Insights
You can confidently align without a right side line using the 7 Step ADAS method.
OE spec height (850mm) sometimes fails — off-road spec (800mm) might perform better.
Not all radars allow physical adjustments — verifying placement first is essential.
Static calibration prep is just as important as the actual calibration process.

Closing Statement
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us in the comments. Thank you for watching!

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