Tazer Faq's

The Tazer is an OBD2 plug-in device that can “speak” to your car via CAN communications busses. It’s able to change the car’s configuration to add or unlock features, as well as some “live” features by sending commands to make the modules do what they’re told to do. It is not harmful to the vehicle to send these commands, which are typically sent by a dealer scan tool.

The USB port serves two purposes:

1. Configuration: Using the ZPU programming utility, you can change light show settings, and there will probably be more options in future releases.
2. Updates: Z Automotive is constantly working to improve the Tazer and add new features. This new firmware, when available, can be loaded into the Tazer via USB using the ZPU utility.

Under the Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act (1975), a manufacturer can only deny a warranty claim when an aftermarket component is used if they can prove that the component caused the failure. Simply write down the settings that you used the Tazer to change and change them back to their original values before service – it’ll be as if it was never used.

As for “live” features such as light shows, line lock, full ESP disable, nav in motion, force video – use of those features can’t be detected.

Yes. It’s designed to go into 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 line lock, light shows, full ESP off, force RWD/AWD, nav in motion, or force video, then feel free to plug it in as you wish.

No. The AWD system is designed to keep the front axle disconnected most of the time, only applying it as needed from detected wheelspin, when the ambient temperature is below 40°F, or when the windshield wipers are on. The Tazer’s Force RWD function simply keeps the front axle from engaging.

It ships with the light show only working when the car is not moving. It’s a felony to impersonate a police officer, and using the light show on the street will certainly look like that is what you’re doing (especially in a Charger).

The light show can be enabled for in-motion use via a hidden menu option in the ZPU programming utility. If you want to unlock it for in-motion use and assume the liability of using it responsibly, please email tech support for instructions on unlocking it.

If you have a Scat Pack, none. You won’t have track transmission mode – as you’re the one in control of shifting – but you’ll still get the increased throttle response and stiffer steering when in track mode. You will still get valet mode, too. Line Lock can be very helpful at the track, especially with a 6-speed.

• 3.6 or 5.7 Challenger: You won’t get to take advantage of the SRT drive modes but will still get other features.
• SRT 392 or Hellcat: You already have those features but can still use Line Lock, light shows, nav in motion, etc.

There are some, though minor:

• Scat Pack unlocking SRT drive modes: When in Track mode, the traction setting won’t change to “track” due to the lack of adaptive suspension found in SRT models.
• 2016 Scat Pack: The "sport" button by the Super Track Pack button won’t work once SRT is selected. Double-clicking the Super Track Pack button can still activate a Custom mode.
• Bee Startup Logo (Scat Pack): Enabling SRT mode replaces the “Bee” logo with the standard SRT Charger or Challenger screen. Disabling SRT restores the Bee logo.
• 2015/2016 Charger 3.6 or 5.7: Enabling SRT mode causes an airbag error. None of the SRT mode features work in these cars.
• 2015/2016 Challenger 3.6 or 5.7: Enabling SRT mode doesn’t cause an airbag error, but UConnect will think you’re using a Hellcat black key, making some modes inaccessible.

This depends on your car:

• 2011 Charger: Performance Pages are not present to be unlocked.
• 2012-2014 Charger/300 with 8.4” UConnect: They will work.
• 2015/2016 Charger/Challenger: Rarely works unless you’ve upgraded to a new radio.
• 2017 models: Performance Pages generally work.
• Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and RAM: Performance Pages do not work.