Launch Tech USA VW-RCW LAC02-03 — Rear Collision Warning Calibration Target for Volkswagen

The Launch Tech USA VW-RCW LAC02-03 is a vehicle-brand-specific rear collision warning (RCW) calibration target designed for use with the X-431 ADAS Mobile calibration system on Volkswagen vehicles. If your shop handles VW collision repair, rear sensor replacements, or any suspension/chassis work that disturbs rear-facing radar systems, this target is the missing piece that lets you close the job correctly.

What This Target Does

Modern Volkswagen vehicles use rear collision warning systems — typically radar-based sensors mounted in the rear bumper — to detect vehicles approaching from behind and alert the driver. After any repair that involves removing or replacing those sensors, disturbing the rear bumper assembly, or performing structural repairs to the rear of the vehicle, those radar systems require static recalibration before the vehicle leaves your shop.

The LAC02-03 is the calibration panel target used during that static RCW calibration procedure. It pairs with the X-431 ADAS Mobile frame and Launch's ADAS software to give the system a known reference point, allowing the software to walk you through the OEM-specified calibration sequence and verify the sensor is aimed correctly.

Who Needs This

• Collision repair shops handling VW rear-end damage — bumper cover R&R, sensor replacement, or structural repair
• Independent shops and dealerships doing rear parking sensor or RCW sensor replacements on Volkswagen models
• ADAS calibration specialists who already own the X-431 ADAS Mobile system and need to expand coverage to VW RCW procedures

If you already own the X-431 ADAS Mobile frame and the base target set, this is an add-on accessory — not a standalone system. You need the frame and software to use it. If you are building out your first ADAS setup, look at the Pro Plus, Mobile Plus, or Premium package configurations, which bundle multiple targets for broader coverage.

Where This Fits in the X-431 ADAS Ecosystem

Launch's ADAS system is modular by design. The X-431 ADAS Mobile frame handles the positioning and laser alignment. The X-431 Throttle Professional (or compatible scan tool) runs the ADAS software and communicates with the vehicle. The LAC-series targets — like this LAC02-03 — are the vehicle-brand-specific calibration panels that complete the procedure for specific systems and makes.

The VW-RCW designation tells you exactly what this target covers: Volkswagen vehicles, rear collision warning systems. It is not a universal target and is not intended to be. If you also need front camera or ACC radar calibration for VW, those require the appropriate front-facing targets. Contact us to confirm which combination of targets covers your VW model mix.

Calibration Workflow Overview

• Step 1: Complete the mechanical repair — sensor replacement, bumper reassembly, structural work
• Step 2: Position the X-431 ADAS Mobile frame behind the vehicle per the software's vehicle-specific setup instructions
• Step 3: Mount the LAC02-03 target panel on the frame at the specified height and distance
• Step 4: Use the five-line and cross laser instrument on the ADAS Mobile to align the frame to the vehicle centerline
• Step 5: Run the RCW calibration routine through the X-431 ADAS software, which communicates with the vehicle's radar module and confirms calibration success

Exact vehicle-specific distances, heights, and software sequences are determined by the Launch ADAS software based on the vehicle year, make, model, and system. Do not attempt to reference generic distance specs — the software drives the procedure.

Technical Notes

• Compatible frame: X-431 ADAS Mobile (required — sold separately or as part of a bundle)
• Target type: Rear collision warning (RCW) calibration panel
• Vehicle brand coverage: Volkswagen
• System coverage: Rear collision warning radar systems
• Part designation: LAC02-03
• Calibration type: Static (in-bay) — no road test required for this procedure

What's in the Box

• LAC02-03 VW RCW calibration target panel
• Applicable mounting hardware for use with the X-431 ADAS Mobile frame

If your order includes additional accessories or a carrying case, verify contents at time of delivery. Contact us if anything is missing.

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