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It’s happened to most of us at some point. A small stone is kicked up from the road and strikes your windshield, cracking it. The damage may not seem like a big deal, but it’s important to have it checked out. A cracked windshield can impair your vision and pose a safety risk, so you don’t want to ignore the damage. At Porsche West Broward, we can assess the windshield and repair it if necessary.
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Cracked Windshield on Your Porsche
1. Impaired Visibility
Windshield cracks can limit your ability to see on the road, creating both frustration and safety risks. Even though the initial crack may not obstruct your vision, the crack can spread quickly as a result of temperature changes or the impact of additional road debris. Being able to see clearly without distraction is a fundamental part of safe driving.
2. Loss of Structural Integrity
The windshield is an important part of the frame of your vehicle. If your vehicle is involved in a collision, a strong windshield can distribute front impact toward the undercarriage or another area, keeping passengers safe. The windshield also provides essential support for the roof of the vehicle. If you’re involved in an accident or experience a rollover, the roof of your vehicle will provide less protection and is more likely to collapse if your windshield is compromised.
3. Less Effective Airbag Deployment
When your airbags deploy, they push off of the windshield before bouncing back to protect the driver and front seat passenger. If your windshield is weakened by cracks, it can alter the way your airbags deploy, rendering them less effective. The airbags are a key safety element, and you don’t want to be without their full protection.
What To Expect When Scheduling Windshield Repair at Your Porsche Dealer
When you bring your vehicle in because of a damaged windshield, a factory-trained technician will inspect your windshield and determine whether or not it needs repair or replacement. The size and severity of the damage, as well as its location on the windshield, are factors in determining whether or not the glass can be repaired. Chips or cracks that are less than 40 mm in size can often be repaired.
Because Porsche vehicles often have laminated windshields with many layers of material, small damage confined to the outer layers of glass can also frequently be repaired. If the chip or crack is out of the driver’s line of sight, we also may be able to repair it in a way that doesn’t cause driver distraction.
If there are chips or cracks in your windshield, it’s important to have the damage checked out by one of our technicians. To schedule a windshield inspection or repair, contact Porsche West Broward.
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