{"id":818,"date":"2017-06-14T12:09:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T17:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.autoglasswizard.ca\/auto-glass-blog\/?p=818"},"modified":"2024-07-18T03:53:06","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T08:53:06","slug":"repairs-accessories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autoglasswizard.ca\/auto-glass-blog\/repairs-accessories\/","title":{"rendered":"Auto Glass Repairs and Car Accessories"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your car has many safety features to keep you and your passengers out of harm’s way, one of which is the windshield. Your windshield is actually much complicated than you think. It\u2019s not just one big piece of glass, but it\u2019s actually made of two pieces with a layer of resin in between, to prevent glass from shooting out if it were to be shattered in an accident. The reason it\u2019s so important to book an auto glass repair in Mississauga<\/a> right after a crash is because after the windshield is cracked, the structure of the windshield is compromised and will no longer protect you in a crash.<\/p>\n

Due to advancements in technology, many other safety features have probably been installed in your car, and they\u2019re also vulnerable to major damage in the event of a car accident. This means you should be expecting your auto glass repair to cover the repair and calibration of these extra parts. You might be wondering \u201cWhat features should I be looking out for?\u201d, well we\u2019re going to go through many of the common car parts you should pay attention to.<\/p>\n

Note<\/b>:
\nThe accessories in a car vary between models, year, and brand. The technology in a car is unique to each brand and pricing, and your auto glass repair Mississauga will depend on what parts need to be repaired or replaced.<\/p>\n

Shade Bands<\/h2>\n

A shade band is the area at the top of the windshield that is tinted, it\u2019s general purpose is to block the sun from disrupting your vision. They are also known as sun bands and are typically 5 inches wide. Not all cars will have a shade band, but if you do, it will probably be found in a black dotted pattern, or a blue tint. Make sure your shade band is restored during your auto glass repair in Mississauga, as you don\u2019t want any sunlight disrupting your vision of the road.<\/p>\n

Heated Glass<\/h2>\n

A recent addition to newer car models is the option of heated glass. The heater can be found where the wiper blade mounts are, it\u2019s purpose is to help remove ice or frost from your windshield. This feature is extremely useful during the colder months, and you should make sure that it is not damaged after an accident, and to properly seal it with industry-grade adhesives if it is.<\/p>\n

Lane Departure Cameras<\/h2>\n

These handy cameras are made to detect when another driver is leaving their lane, and to warn you to watch out. They\u2019re found in more modern cars, and generally have a section in the top corners of the windshield cut out for them. If your windshield were to be damage near these areas, make sure the camera still functions, and that it\u2019s position hasn’t changed. Also make sure the glass surrounding the cameras maintain their integrity.<\/p>\n

Acoustic Glass<\/h2>\n

Unlike regular glass, acoustic glass dampens all sound that passes through it. This is useful to reduce the noise from your engine, and general road noises. If you don\u2019t know whether you have acoustic glass or not, knock on your windshield, a hollow noise will mean it\u2019s regular glass, and a more solid noise means you have acoustic glass. If you are getting your windshield replaced, you may want to specifically ask the auto glass repair for acoustic glass if you would like the new windshield to retain the same benefits as your old one.<\/p>\n

Auto-Dimming Mirror<\/h2>\n

These unique rear view mirrors are very handy for driving at night, as whenever a car behind you turns on their high beams, these mirrors will automatically darken. Another difference between these mirrors and general rear view mirrors is that they are mounted on a different spot on the auto glass. If you ever get a crack near the area of the mount, make sure it is properly repaired by an auto glass in repair Mississauga, otherwise the crack could spread and dislocate the mount.<\/p>\n

Rain Sensors<\/h2>\n

Recently, car companies have been installing rain sensors in their newer models, which automatically turn on your windshield wipers if it starts to rain. Make sure this isn\u2019t damaged if end up getting into an accident. On a side note, make sure to inspect your car\u2019s wiper blades, as torn or faulty ones can scratch your newly repaired auto glass.<\/p>\n

Are you unsure on whether these feature were damaged in your latest car crash?<\/h3>\n

Book an auto glass repair with Wizard Auto Glass, and our experts will handle your it. \u00a0Call us at (905) 564-5330 or get a free quote.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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