Tazer Update – Z Automotive (2024)

Major changes to PIN Lock functionality. Read the updated PIN Lock supplement to get started.

• PIN lock allows entry before starting the car (RUN or ACC)
• PIN lock now has choices for including brakes, lights, horn, pedal kill, carjack
• Many fixes from previous versions including:
  • remote start
  • PIN can be entered quickly
  • BrickByFob will also remember fob and brick if prox lock button is pressed to lock
  • Indication of pin request by flashing/clicking inside hazards
  • prevents new key from being programmed; automatically bricks pedal if key programming detected or factory alarm is tripped
  • DTC clear all function fixed
  • windows from fob covers more vehicles
  • PIN bypass resets when car off and door opens

This is a BETA firmware meant to test new updates and features. Bugs are to be expected. If you encounter an issue, email in to [emailprotected]. We appreciate your input.

Major changes to PIN Lock functionality. Read the updated PIN Lock supplement to get started.

• Added a fix for manual transmission cars (untested)
• Fixes for Durangos, Grand Cherokees and 11-14 Chargers

Other bug fixes and improvements:

• Added Kill3Honk option
• Changed EVIC display algorithm for better control for all radios, including the 7”
• Fixed Drive Mode memory
• Fixed ESS last state memory
• Fixed brake lights when using Brake Hold
• Stopped most functions during PIN countdown and until unlocked
• Changed dash indication when light show running for slight improvement in light show speed
• Changed Algorithm for turning off or changing light shows to be much faster
• Fixed an issue with AutoPark disable in some cases
• Removed Steering Wheel Shifting (11-14 Charger) to make room for new features
• Improvements to TracKill function
• Changed how RemWindow works, should cover more vehicles.
• Major improvement in CAN read/write robustness makes all functions more stable

• Minor tweaks to PIN function logic.

• All features of 2.5.6, plus:
• Fixed issue if power cycles while using a 6 press PIN
• Clear PIN then update

• All features of 2.5.3, plus:
• Added PIN LOCK feature for vehicle security (currently 2015+)
• Major improvements to Line Lock, Brake Hold functions

• All features of 2.5.1, plus:
• Added DTC scanning and clearing for each module independently
• Added OBD readiness test results (see if car is ready for emissions inspection)
• Added Brake Hold feature (holds brakes for you at red lights, in traffic, etc)
• Added adjustable idle speed for temporarily raising idle (not on all models)
• Changed live menu structure into several submenus instead of one very long menu
• Added Cooldown mode when running
• Increased reliability of Line Lock
• Added all-4-brakes-by-button Launch function
• Major stability fixes and BCM read/write reliability enhancements

• All features of 2.5.0, plus:
• Added 3rd brake light pulse ramp up/ramp down/random patterns
• Fixed 3rd brake pulse to work on 11-14 Charger
• Added Trailer Tow harness Enable for Grand Cherokee and Durango
• Added ability for light show in motion enable without computer

• All features of 2.4.9, plus:
• Added 3rd brake light pulse function
• Fixed light show start/stop to be faster
• Added fix for audio path when using AV cables on YAQ/UAS radios

• All features of 2.4.8, plus:
• Fixed an issue where the Tazer would not unmarry on newer Grand Cherokees and Durangos
• Fixed menu options for adding power folding mirrors on Grand Cherokee and Durango

• All features of 2.4.7, plus:
• Upon upgrade, defaults all live functions to OFF, to eliminate these functions from causing confusion on first use.
• Deleted “ClstrSwp” option for 2015+ vehicles as this option does not apply.

• All features of 2.4.6, plus:
• Fixed issue where 2011-2013 would not unmarry
• Fixed “Adapt Reset” message to show when function used

• All features of 2.4.5, plus:
• Fixed initial start up of force Eng, Trans, Pwr modes after update
• Added “ClstrSwp” option so those with cluster swap can get PRND indication on dash
• Added windows up/down from remote on 11-14 Charger/300

• All features of 2.4.4 Beta, plus:
• Force Engine, Transmission and Power modes independently
• Ability to enter purchased unmarry key for used devices
• Native Windows down from keyfob; unlock-unlock hold
• Added power folding mirror options for Grand Cherokees
• Added auto-power fold for equipped GC and durango
• Added more cluster swap support

• Added DarkMode to live features to kill all exterior lights (when not in motion)
• Added Windows up/down from keyfob (lock 6x = up, unlock 6x or unlock unlock hold = down)
• Fixed Aux video switching for UAS/UAQ radio, now can control front camera too.
• Changed Full Reboot to not include ABS system, so tire size changes on Durango and GC will now work.
• Added Drive mode memory options for Trackhawk
• Added ForceAWD to button remap options
• Tire size adjustment now in inches tire height.
• Fixed PeakRPM function.
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
• No need to unmarry if upgrading from 2.4.3

• Added TravelLink Disable
• Added New Submenu System
• Added Cluster Swap
• Added coverage for radio swaps
• Fixed InMotionNav and Aux Videos
• Bug fixes and stability improvements
• No need to unmarry if upgrading from 2.4.1 or 2.4.2

NEW FEATURES

• Added Cargo Camera input on UConnect
• Added Boost Gauge
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

NEW FEATURES

• One touch return to stock – Download Factory settings to your tazer, for one-touch return to stock configurations
• Auto-Drive Mode (16+ SCAT/SRT/HELLCAT): Vehicle will be able to start in whichever Drive mode selection you would like (Sport/Custom/Track/Default
• Auto- Drive mode (15+ SXT/RT): Vehicle will be able to start in Sport Mode
• Auto Start/Stop Disable (15+ Durango/ Jeep GC) : Completely disable Auto Start/Stop
• Modify Tire Size: Corrects speedometer for non-factory tire size
• Modify Tire Pressure: Corrects TPMS for lower or higher tire pressure (FRONT/Rear)
• IN-Motion (2017) – Enter address into your gps unit while the car is in motion
• Easy Exit Seating (2015+ Challenger/Charger): upon vehicle shut off. Steering wheel and seat will go to further position for easy vehicle exit
• Updated Button Mapping: COOL DOWN MODE Now added to button mapping feature / Drive Modes to work even with eco mode on*
• Line lock update (16+ Scat/SRT/HELLCAT): Vehicle Will automatically go into custom drive mode once line lock is released
• Added a “full reboot” option which does a sequence of module reboots for setting to take effect right away

UPDATES

• Warnings Added – Vehicle Must be set to run position or “Key Not On” will appear on evic screen
• Reboot on config menu exit – Auto reboot modules upon exiting config menu, this is to prevent from vehicle battery consumption

LIGHT SHOW FIXES

• Improved Key Fob reliability
• Improved Light Show transitions
• Disabled unmodified customized shows

MISC

• Durango/Ram – Turn Signals now active on instrument cluster
• Line lock / Force RWD update- Reliability of line lock/ Forced RWD update

FIXES

• Correction to TPMS on some cars you could disable it, but not re-enable it (usually specific to 2017 cars)
• Drive Mode Settings: Scatpack/SRT/OFF added
• Clear Check Engine Light Fixed
• Module Reboot – This feature resets important modules in the vehicle
• One step reset – Select firmware version and it’ll reset radio for current configurations to get loaded

• Added remapped custom/sport/track drive modes for 16/17 scat packs.

• Added cooldown mode for Hellcat – fan only, IC pump only, or both with fans low or high

• Added engine fan control for Hellcat
• Changed TPMS to 3 versions; NONE, BASE, and PREMIUM, so either type of system can be disabled
• Change Drive Mode setting so it’ isn’t combined with the ECO screen button; better for 2017’s
• Changed ECO setting so it enables the function itself and the radio button; better for 2017’s
• Added SWS (steering wheel shifting) back on for NAG1’s – accidentally removed this in 2.2.8
• Added 0-30, 0-60 times for Jeep Grand Cherokees – the non- Srt’s can now have the timers in the dash like the Durango’s
• Sped up the response time when scrolling through the Tazer setup menu
• Fixed the light show from latching up if the custom light shows are uninitialized
• Automatically disables the custom light shows if they’re not programmed to do anything
• Corrected the remap function for those with ACC so they only remap when ACC is off (was Durango only in 2.2.7/8)

• Added the button remapping (same options as the aux buttons) for the SPORT button
• Added ability to turn TPMS on and off in tazer setup menu
• Added ability to change DRL type(US/Canada/none) and which lights to use
• Added ability to turn engine fans on demand when ignition on, engine off (right arrow and cruise cancel)
• Fixed light show selection so it loops correctly using whichever are enabled in ZPU
• Added button press to exit the setup menu (left button + cruise right)

• Now 3 custom light shows, added support for ZPU 1.4.7 for configuration of the 3 shows, save/load from file, exclude shows, etc.
• Added Launch as an option for the aux/ACC button remapping
• Corrected some Durango light show stuff
• ACC button remapping only live when ACC is off

• Added a method to reset the system in case of a dash/shifter non-shut down after a config change (left/cruise on/off while on firmware screen)
• Changed the custom light shows, made 2 and they’re more configurable
• sped up the light shows
• Added mappable buttons for the ACC buttons or “aux” button set. As of now, they’re always live. Will make them de-activate when ACC is on in a future release.

• Functionally the same as 2.2.4, but fixes an issue where changing settings in the settings menu too quickly can result in a configuration corruption.

• Fixed in-motion nav for pre-2015’s. Corrected an issue where screen would go black in reverse when in-motion nav was enabled.
• Fixed Scat/SRT steering setting for Charger scat packs that are enabling SRT modes
• Improved video support
• Added Eco mode
• Added EVIC splash screen selection
• Added light show quick-enable
• Added custom show ability (show 7)
• Added light show starting show selection in ZPU

• Added In Motion Nav (live feature) for 2011-2016
• Added Video select – backup cam, VES in, Aux in (requires video to be wired in) (RA3/4 only)
• Video select from EVIC screen or by double-tapping MUTE
• Added CD/DVD button to radio as an audio source to go with the video (RA3/4 only)
• Added Seat belt ding disable/enable
• Changed radio reset after config change; so settings take effect quicker
• Added Scat Pack/SRT steering modes (so that Scat Pack owners can get SRT’s track steering)

• Added a 6th light show
• Fixed an ESP on/off looping issue after using line lock on 2011-2014 Charger/300
• Removed “FullDIM” option
• Added “FogDrop” option, to allow fog lights to remain on when hi beams in use

• Added light show from keyfob
• Added dash turn indicators to the light show, so that if you’re in the car you can tell if it’s on!!
• Changed Line Lock implementation to release quicker when releasing button during burnout
• Make Traction Control go to “sport” after using line lock
• Add sport mode to 2015’s that don’t come with sport mode (press ESP off and Back at the same time)
• Added DrvTrans option for 2015’s that don’t have transmission sport setting in the performance pages
• Changed the EVIC menu so that 2015-only setting won’t show up in 2011-2014
• Removed NavInMo from 2011-2013 as the car doesn’t support that function (either does 2015 at the moment)
• Added a load of code for capturing vehicle config files – works only with ZPU 1.3.9
• Fixed sleep function for proper shutdown

• Added support for new ZPU 1.3.7 for detecting it’s a tazer or tranzformer

• Added 5 new light shows
• Fixed light shows so they turn off properly
• Fixed sleep function so it stays awake on USB for updates
• Added Jeep and Durango support
• Added new ZPU capabilities framework

• Mostly new features for 2015’s, but the light show will work on all 2011+
• Added: DRL Dropout Disable
• Add Drive Modes
• Add Super Track Pak
• Add Rear Camera Grid Lines
• Add Factory Shift Light
• New LightShow feature

• Combined support for 2011-14 and 2015 Charger/challenger.
• Changed line lock to 2 buttons to activate.
• Added force AWD to RWD or AWD.
• Made line lock keep traction control at bay until car stops once a burnout starts.
• Added FullDim mode (Interior lights can be turned off fully when you dial the dimmer knob all the way down).
• Made the menus a little smarter, so they don’t show 0-30/0-60 in 2012+ since sport pages have that, and force AWD only shows for AWD cars.

• Added 2015 Challenger Line Lock. Has not been tested on 2011-2014, and brings nothing new to those. (line lock didn’t work on 2011-2014 in this version)

• Added: Enable Fog lights
• Enable Backup Camera
• Enable InMotion Nav
• Enable sport mode for 8 speed
• Enable Line Lock in Drive

• Added: Full ESP on/off
• Added:Line Lock
• SRT performance page unlock (2012-2014)
• Sport Mode unlock (2012-2014)
• Paddle shifter enable (2012-2014)
• SRT EVIC pages unlock (2012-2014)
• other improvements and bug fixes

• Fixed issue on some cars where ESP button twice wasn’t turning tranzformer shift kit function on/off