[baabootoo]

Are they out yet? Locally, nothing so far.

 

[bigtuna]

Curious also. Gonna take mine in next month for oil change and was hoping to get the update at the same time.

 

[WizzaVTX]

My dealer in Virginia has NO INFO on when it will be released.

 

[DodgeCares]

Are they out yet? Locally, nothing so far.

Curious also. Gonna take mine in next month for oil change and was hoping to get the update at the same time.

My dealer in Virginia has NO INFO on when it will be released.

Hi baabootoo, bigtuna and WizzaVTX,
We expect our new security feature to be available late in the third quarter of 2021.

Rob
Dodge Cares

 

[HemiMetal]

Hi baabootoo, bigtuna and WizzaVTX,
We expect our new security feature to be available late in the third quarter of 2021.

Rob
Dodge Cares

Rob, what is the late 3rd quarter? End of October?

 

[TropiCat]

Is there anything more to this update besides the code and double encryption?

 

[JeffL]

late 3rd 1/4 would be Septemberish

 

[Rio Lobo]

right in time for my next oil change. kill 2 dealership visits with 1 stone

 

[moparbrad]

My understanding of it is that it will be an enhanced valet mode, not anti-theft. Limiting speed to less than 5 mph and lower rpm than current valet mode. Nothing to overcome a repeater box which has been used on all manufacturers that use proximity keyless entry. Anyone care to elaborate? @DodgeCares

 

[DodgeCares]

Rob, what is the late 3rd quarter? End of October?

Hi HemiMetal,
Hope you have been well. We expect late in the fall season.

Rob
Dodge Cares

 

[DodgeCares]

My understanding of it is that it will be an enhanced valet mode, not anti-theft. Limiting speed to less than 5 mph and lower rpm than current valet mode. Nothing to overcome a repeater box which has been used on all manufacturers that use proximity keyless entry. Anyone care to elaborate? @DodgeCares

Greetings moparbrad,
The software upgrade applies second-level vehicle security encryption via Uconnect 4C infotainment system. Using owner’s existing four-digit security code (PIN) from their Mopar.com/Uconnect account , feature limits vehicle’s engine speed to idle (675 rpm) and helps prevent auto theft. Double encryption has become common on consumer online accounts and adds a second layer of owner protection against vehicle theft.

Rob
Dodge Cares

 

[baabootoo]

Initially, it said it limited HP and Torque to 1? Mine uses 5? at idle, which means they may be able to start, but once in gear, it dies.

 

[Rio Lobo]

My understanding of it is that it will be an enhanced valet mode, not anti-theft. Limiting speed to less than 5 mph and lower rpm than current valet mode. Nothing to overcome a repeater box which has been used on all manufacturers that use proximity keyless entry. Anyone care to elaborate? @DodgeCares

So are you saying that a repeater box that duplicates your existing key would bypass Valet mode? I would think that Valet mode would stay on if it sees the same key. Would creating a new key (like where they plug into your OBD port) also bypass the Valet mode?

The next question is will the new 2-factor authentication be reset like Valet mode does when the battery is disconnected? @DodgeCares

 

[ScLeCo]

I HATE that valet mode is so easily defeatable. If this new security update is also easily bypassed then it's pointless bullshit.

 

[Steiny]

Anyone had the reflash done yet?