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The Tazer is an OBD2 plug-in device that can “speak” to your car via CAN communication busses. It can change the car’s configuration to add or unlock features, as well as provide some “live” features by sending commands to make the modules perform specific actions. These commands, typically sent by a dealer scan tool, are not harmful to the vehicle.

The USB port serves two purposes:

  • Configuration: Using the ZPU programming utility, you can change light show settings. Additional options may be added in future updates.
  • Updates: Z Automotive regularly improves the Tazer by adding new features. Firmware updates, when available, can be loaded into the Tazer via USB using the ZPU utility.

According to the Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act (1975), a manufacturer can deny a warranty claim only if they can prove that an aftermarket component caused the failure. To be safe, write down the settings you’ve changed with the Tazer and revert them to their original values before servicing. "Live" features like light shows, line lock, full ESP disable, nav in motion, and force video cannot be detected when used responsibly.

Yes. The Tazer is designed to enter sleep mode 30 seconds after the car’s accessory power shuts down. It can remain plugged in full-time. If you’re not planning to use features like line lock, light shows, full ESP off, force RWD/AWD, nav in motion, or force video, you can plug it in as needed.

No. The AWD system is designed to keep the front axle disconnected most of the time, engaging it only as needed (e.g., during wheelspin, when temperatures drop below 40°F, or when the windshield wipers are on). The Tazer’s Force RWD function simply prevents the front axle from engaging.

The light show is shipped to function only when the car is stationary. Using it on the street could resemble impersonating a police officer, which is a felony. However, it can be enabled for in-motion use via a hidden menu in the ZPU programming utility. If you want to unlock this feature and assume responsibility for its usage, contact tech support for instructions.
  • Scat Pack: Track transmission mode is unavailable, but you still get increased throttle response and stiffer steering in track mode. Valet mode is also available.
  • 3.6 or 5.7 engines: You won’t have access to SRT drive modes but can still use other features.
  • SRT 392 or Hellcat: These already have SRT drive modes, but you can still benefit from Line Lock, light shows, nav in motion, and more.
  1. Scat Pack with SRT modes: In Track mode, the traction setting won’t change to “Track” due to the lack of adaptive suspension, but other Track mode features are accessible.
  2. 2016 Scat Pack: The "Sport" button near the Super Track Pack button won’t work with SRT enabled. However, double-clicking the Super Track Pack button activates Custom mode.
  3. Startup logo: Enabling SRT mode changes the startup logo from the "Bee" logo to the standard SRT Charger/Challenger logo. Disabling SRT restores the Bee logo.
  4. 2015/2016 Chargers (3.6/5.7): Enabling SRT mode causes an airbag error. However, EVIC performance pages and Sport mode remain accessible if not already present.
  5. 2015/2016 Challengers (3.6/5.7): No airbag error occurs, but the UConnect system misidentifies the vehicle as a Hellcat, making Sport, Track, and Valet modes inaccessible.

Performance Pages functionality depends on the car:

  • 2011 Charger: Not available.
  • 2012–2014 Charger/300 with 8.4" Uconnect: Supported.
  • 2015/2016 Charger/Challenger: Rarely works unless the radio has been upgraded.
  • 2017 models: Supported.
  • Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, RAM: Not compatible.