Autel MA600 Radar Calibration Expansion Package

Autel MA600 Radar Calibration Expansion Package (MA600RAD1)

The MA600RAD1 is the Radar Calibration expansion package for the Autel MaxiSYS MA600 portable ADAS calibration system, priced at $4,783. This package adds the hardware needed to calibrate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) radar systems — the forward-facing radar sensors that control automatic following distance, automatic emergency braking, and forward collision warning on modern vehicles.

Radar calibration is a different discipline from camera calibration. Where camera systems use optical pattern targets, radar systems are calibrated using precision reflectors that bounce the radar signal back to the sensor at a known angle and distance. The MA600RAD1 provides those reflectors and the mounting hardware needed to attach them to the MA600 frame.

Specific Radar Systems Covered

Based on Autel's manufacturer documentation for the MA600 system, the radar calibration accessories cover the following vehicle brands:

• ACC Reflector: Calibrates radar systems on VW, Porsche, BMW, Nissan, Infiniti, Hyundai, and KIA vehicles — attaches to the MA600 Mounting Plate Package
• Continental Radar Calibration Plate: Calibrates Continental-supplied radar for Nissan and Infiniti vehicles — attaches to the MA600 Mounting Plate Package
• VW Radar Calibration Plate: Calibrates radar for Volkswagen vehicles — attaches to the MA600 Mounting Plate Package

For the complete vehicle compatibility list and specific model years covered, download the MA600RAD1 Expansion Package PDF from Autel's documentation page.

Who Needs Radar Calibration Capability

Any shop doing front-end collision repair on modern vehicles needs radar calibration capability. Front radar sensors are typically mounted behind the front bumper or grille — exactly the areas that take damage in a front-end collision. After replacing the bumper cover, realigning front-end components, or removing/reinstalling the sensor itself, recalibration is required.

The MA600RAD1 is the radar expansion for shops that already have the MA600 frame. If you're starting from scratch and want full ADAS capability including radar, compare the MA600RAD1 add-on against the MAS20 All Systems 2.0 package ($23,485), which includes radar calibration coverage along with LDW, AVM, BSD, LIDAR, NVS, and RCW in one purchase.

Why Radar Calibration Requires Proper Equipment

Radar sensors cannot be calibrated with improvised tools. The ACC reflector must be positioned at precise distance and angle to the sensor face. Too close, too far, or off-angle, and the calibration procedure either fails or produces an incorrect result. An incorrectly calibrated radar can cause the vehicle's automatic emergency braking system to activate at the wrong distance — or fail to activate when it should. These are genuine safety consequences, not minor inconveniences.

The MA600 frame's laser-assisted positioning system gives you the reference geometry to place the radar reflector accurately. The system is designed to replicate OEM calibration procedures, which is the standard body shops and insurance carriers expect.

Mounting Plate Requirement

The radar reflectors and calibration plates in the MA600RAD1 package attach to the MA600 Mounting Plate (sold separately as MA600RAP, $715). Confirm you have the mounting plate if you are ordering the radar package without it.

MA600 Frame Specifications

• Crossbar Length: 2510mm (98.82")
• Crossbar Height Range: 350–950mm
• Pattern Board: 1360mm x 960mm
• Total Net Weight: 100.8 lbs
• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

Why Buy the Autel MA600 Radar Calibration Expansion Package From Autel Diagnostic Tools?

Radar calibration is the capability that separates a full-service ADAS shop from a partial one. Autel Diagnostic Tools has specialized in Autel ADAS equipment since 2016. We can walk you through the specific vehicle coverage before you buy and confirm whether the MA600RAD1 covers the makes you're seeing. Free shipping, full manufacturer warranty, free tech support at 866-217-0063.

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