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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata — windshield replaced — does camera calibration matter?

HighwayWrench230Community StarterJun 18, 20262024 Mazda MX-5 Miata ClubDenver
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club, about 16,500 miles. A new windshield is installed and there is no dash warning, but the shop recommends camera calibration. If the manufacturer procedure calls for it, would you do it even when lane-assist functions appear normal? I am in Denver. Interested in real owner experience more than guesses.
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CleanTuner296Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 18, 2026permalink
Intermittent stuff lies if you only catch it once. Move a coil or plug on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata if it's cylinder-specific and see whether the code follows. You'll know quickly if you're on the wrong tree. On “5 miata — windshield replaced — does,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. If your situation is the opposite, ignore me. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
HighwayDetailer589Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 19, 2026permalink
I'd want a measurement, not a hunch. If a shop can't duplicate it on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, bring a video plus freeze-frame data, not just a story. Don't erase codes until someone who can help has seen them. Any freeze-frame data saved? I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. No warning lights, which is why I'm documenting it.
NoMarkupGuy509Community StarterCommunity StarterJun 19, 2026permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: Swap the cheap/easy piece first on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata and see if the fault moves. Don't erase codes until someone who can help has seen them. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Denver with 16,500 miles. Write the result down so the next test isn't a repeat of the last one. That's my plan before I call anyone.
RustBeltGalCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJun 19, 2026permalink
This is usually cheaper to test than to guess. Get a real battery/charging test on the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata, not just resting voltage, before blaming a module. You'll know quickly if you're on the wrong tree. This is from a 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata in Denver with 16,500 miles. If it doesn't change the out-the-door or the repair estimate, it's noise. No warning lights, which is why I'm documenting it.
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