[superbeegugs]

It seems info is lacking on this. My Dealer Service Dept was a bit clueless until I fill them in. They wanted $200 to install the new security update on my 2021 Redeye Charger. I complained I just received the car and he said I'll do it for free;

Question:
How long does it take? I'd hate to leave the car there all day.
How does the update work. I understand you need to type a a 4 digit number on your screen to unlock it. Must that be done every time? or just when you set it. Does it really reduce power to 5 HP?

Paul

 

[Squidvicious]

Once they figure it out it takes less than 20 min. Mine took two hours because they weren't sure what they were looking for. It works like the valet mode, except the hp is down to single digits. It's only on if you put it.

 

[JeepGeek]

While I like the idea of the update, I generally don’t trust software as a protective measure (I am an IT guy). Does anyone know if this, like valet, goes away when you disconnect the battery for a short period of time (like 10 min)? I would recommend a “physical” solution as well.

 

[borden72]

While I like the idea of the update, I generally don’t trust software as a protective measure (I am an IT guy). Does anyone know if this, like valet, goes away when you disconnect the battery for a short period of time (like 10 min)? I would recommend a “physical” solution as well.

I don't think anyone has tried this yet to get the data you are looking for. At least not in the posts I've seen talking about the update.

 

[JRod310]

They did mine in 30 minutes... after I told them about the update and they found the info in their systems. You have to have all of your FOB's with you. In addition to the valet mode .. it is supposed to also prevent the making of a "duplicate" key via the OBD port.

 

[Slowpoke387]

Wonder if you can defeat it by disconnecting the battery and reconnecting it like the Valet.

 

[JRod310]

Wonder if you can defeat it by disconnecting the battery and reconnecting it like the Valet.

Just for haha’s …. and science of course. I disconnected my battery and was still in valet mode 15 minutes later

 

[Slowpoke387]

Just for haha’s …. and science of course. I disconnected my battery and was still in valet mode 15 minutes later

Well that’s weird. Pretty well known that that’s impossible . What the heck?

 

[Ortolani]

So. My 21 was stolen and just got replaced. I’m thinking of doing some fun stuff to a dummy. OBD plug. Say 48 volt lithium discharge should help charge his computer really fast! For now strap cover and different fasteners from aircraft, Starter relay bypass.
garage and “the club” for peace of mind and deterrent. These cars are addicting for sure!!!!

 

[WVHEMIS]

Be sure to order and get an additional Red Key before you get it done. BTW I have been waiting on a Red Key for other three months now.

 

[JRod310]

Well that’s weird. Pretty well known that that’s impossible . What the heck?

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