Z Automotive Mini Tazer - How To install & Program Jeep JT / JL
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- If you've moved up in tire size, trying to permanently turn off Stop/Start, or swapping over to LED bulbs, Z Automotive has you covered. Since today's Jeeps are so much more sophisticated, no matter what modification you are making to your JL or JT, you'll likely need to let your Jeep's computer know to have everything functioning correctly.
Follow along with Tech Tim in the Northridge4x4 DIY garage to see just how easy it is to install a Tazer Mini in your JL or JT.
What we installed:
Z AUTOMOTIVE MINI TAZER
Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT
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What does it do? The Tazer Mini from Z-Automotive allows you to reprogram your Jeep JL and JT to run bigger tires, different gear ratios and many, many other parameters.
Once the Tazer is “married” to the Jeep, the following menus can be accessed.
Un-marrying the Tazer will bring the settings back to stock.
Perf menu:
Adjust for alternate tire sizes up to 41″
Adjust for alternate axle gear ratios
Adjust for an alternate transfer case LO range ratio
TPMS menu:
Disable TPMS system if desired
Change front/rear TPMS warning PSI limit
Radio menu:
Disable Backup camera
Enable Cargo/front/undercarriage Camera input
Enable CD audio input
Disable TravelLink (weather warnings included)
Lighting Menu:
Change DRL region (type)
Change DRL location
Disable DRL Dropout
Enable Fog lamp output
Disable Fog lamp dropout
Disable Halo’s
Set LED 3rd brake light type
Set LED tail lamp type
Set LED front turn signal type
Set Trailer Tow output for use with Mopar kit
Other menu:
Disable/Enable Electronic sway bar - for axle swaps or to run disconnected at any speed or drive mode
Disable/Enable Front Axle Disconnect
Disable/Enable Front and Rear Lockers
Enable Aux switch settings on the radio
Enable Blind spot detection (sensors required)
Change cluster splash screen to Wrangler/Sahara/Rubicon
Enable/Disable PANIC button on remote
Live features:
Light shows: Can be accessed from the key fob or from the on-screen menu. 6 pre-set light shows and 3 make-your-own shows included. Set from the factory to only operate when parked, but can be unlocked for off-road, parade, and emergency personnel use.
Disable Navigation in-motion lockout - enter addresses while the vehicle is moving
Disable camera lockout - use the backup camera and/or added cargo/front/undercarriage camera at any speed for any length of time
Auto Traction Kill - can be set to turn off traction control upon start-up
Auto StopStart Disable - can be set to disable AutoStopStart upon vehicle start-up
AutoPark Disable - can override the AutoPark system
TurnCAM - can turn on backup camera whenever turn signals are used (great for when the doors are off)
0-30 and 0-60 timers
Cooldown mode - run engine fans when Jeep is off, to aid in cooldown
Winch mode - raise engine idle to 2000 RPM while winching or jumping another vehicle
Clear Check engine light
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Check out the Z Automotive Tazer Mini for yourself:
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says these are discontinued !
there instructions are not clear at all, with your video I found the right plugs & had it up & programmed in no time, thanks
Glad it helped
This video and a few others are appreciated. The instructions are not well written and clear. After watching the video I see what they are trying to convey but its not executed poorly. Thanks.
It is executed poorly***
Yeah the instructions repeat the same info like 3 times but in difficult-to-understand way
Thanks for the video because the instructions aren’t clear. Also those plugs are tough to remove you need plenty of time and patience when starting this process.
Upgraded to a RockKrawler 2.5 lift and 35" tires. The Tazer Mini was perfect for changing what needed to be changed and will be used in the future when I re-gear my JLU Sport S.
Programming starts at 3:05
Thanks for the video! The instructions from ZAutomotive make it sound like it is right there but without removing the panel in the 2020 you have no chance of getting to them.
Glad it helped @Eric Boshoven!
On the 2023, you don't have to pull that panel. You can reach it from under the dash, it's closer to the ALDL connector.
Yep, it just makes it a little easier to get light in there to see the plug.
Be nice if someone would post configuring tazer with laptop. Im having a known issue with manual jeep and bigger tires where i have 7 seconds to configure before limp mode locks out. Id like to know if laptop connection will work too. Not a single youtube video showing this sadly!
Checking into it.
Thank you, I just purchased the mini for my 2020 Gladiator and this video was extremely helpful. 👍🏻
Glad it helped!
Looks easy to install and similar price to having a dealer reprogram for tire size.
Great video, showed me how to find those hard to reach plugs..! 😊
Glad it helped!
Had no problem
Removing the panel can’t find those plugs. Are all
Gladiator the same
Yes, that SGW is in the same place on all years. It is tucked up in there, so they can be tricky to find.
The tire size setting instructions were not correct for my 2021 JT Mojave, the factory setting for my tire size had 33.07, my new 35 in tires measured 33.25 so my shifting should not have been as bad as it was, 33in tires are really closer to 31in in width, 35in closer to 33in and so on. I set it to 35.07 to match my tire size, not literal width and the shifting was sooo much better so no need to measure and use a level just use the tire size but you will figure that out pretty quick, just look as what the factory set for comparison.
great video - removing the panel is an extreme pita 😅
😂
Just order mine yesterday and got it today
Great video. Just got my Tazer mini today. Am i supposed to run an update before i use it or does it arrive ready to go?
It is recommended you update it before installing it.
Whats the trick to unplugging the connectors from the SGW module? I depressed the tabs on the connectors but for the life of me cannot get them out!
They can be real tight. We depress the switch and then wiggle back and forth while pulling on the connector. Definitely don't pull on the wires, but you knew that already.
@@rudygunn2214did you ever figure out a trick to get them out? I spent 3 hours as well, concerned about pulling to hard - don’t want to break it. Thanks!
@@rudygunn2214 thanks! Good idea
Why is it important for the computer to know that it has 37s and not 33s? Is it just a speedometer thing ?
Yes, it helps the computer choose the best gear and make the best engine adjustments for the load.
This is what I was missing! Thanks for the video, my Tazer Mini is working GREAT!
thanks for the demo.i just got one for my new ram!
Perfect video! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
Glad it was helpful @James Blair!
I would love to see a follow up on how to unmarry if you want to unmarry, take to dealer, and reinstall. Love my Tazer but the instructions are not clear
That sounds like an easy one to do. We'll see if we can squeeze it into the schedule.
@@northridgenation awesome! I figured it out & it wasn’t too hard, but there’s a lot of questions and little answers out there on the forums as I was figuring it out 😁
Hi after set tires and tpms tazer is ok to removed from the vehicle or stay connected ?
You can remove it, but you will lose an of the LIVE functions.
It's best to just leave it in place, only removing it if you take your Jeep in for service.
Thanks for your help. 😊
So I have a jeep JL sport and bought the rubicon fender flares with led turn signals , So I just bought the tazer JL mini just to make them work I also corrected the tire size and that’s it my question is can I now disconnect the tazer JL mini and reconnect the cables back to the security gateway connector with my changes being saved?
No, it needs to be connected on at all times as long as you expect those customizations to work.
Yes, it will save tire sizes and halogen to LED light changes, so you can remove it.
Anyone have any issues with the Tazer JL mini killing their battery..my mojave only has 7k miles on it..so no way it was battery. Unmarried tazer..no issues
Haven't seen that and just about every JL and JT here has one in it.
Have you done a current draw test to see where your draw is coming from?
I know this is old and you probably figured it out but for someone who comes here like me looking for installation instructions, there is a note in the current version of the instructions about how to properly perform a full reboot procedure and if it isn't done properly, the dash may not power down when you exit the Jeep and will drain the battery. Just something for folks reading this in the future to keep in mind!
Did you remove a bracket? I can't even get my hand in there
No, we didn't. They can be tough to do, sometime sliding a small screwdriver up to depress the locking tab while you wiggle it back and forth with your finger can help.
That's why we recommend you get the extension cable with the Tazer, to make installing and removing the Tazer easier.
www.northridge4x4.com/part/programmers-tuners/sgw-ext-z-automotive-sgw-extension-cable
I am using tazer mini and if i'm vehicle info dashboard the jeep image with all tires showing tires pressure is not showing in dashboard, What setting in tazer mini that i need to do? 2019 jeep wrangler sport jl
Thanks for the video, do I need to remove the tazer after the reboot or just leave it there connected permanently?
We prefer to leave it installed. You can remove it, but then will not be able to make any live function changes, like bumping up engine RPM for winching.
Was thinking that it was an anti-theft device before I saw the video.
It has that feature with a kill switch functionality, I read.
I have the Tayser mini and I’m trying to Go in to the lighting option but it does not show the radio to allow me to tap in to the lighting option for my DRL’s LED lights that I just installed What do I do
You have to scroll through the dash screen to get to the radio.
awesome to see my exact truck up lol....just did the install on zauto lite....i did notice the outside temperature is now showing 30c.....im in Canada lol and 4feet of snow according to local weather app its -17c.....how can i fix this issue.....fyi 2022 Gladiator 2100kms with 35's....thanks in advance
If this is a new install, drive around for a few miles, the temp will reset to correct.
I don’t have the little antenna on any screen?
It will say audio. The antenna only shows up if you have your radio turner on.
@@northridgenation thanks. I’ll try again in a few minutes
Is there a setting to save gas mileage?
🤣
If you get the tazer mini, and change 2 settings, could you technically unmarry it than sell it while the settings are saved?
No, once a Tazer has been married to your Jeep, it can only be used on that Jeep.
So if I I marry it will it loose the tire size change?
is it safe too assume that the tazer mini is not compatible with the sport s with the basic console/speedometer screen.. it does not have the radio tower option that I have found so far..
The Tazer mini is compatible with all model JLs/JTs.
I am not getting the CEL menu option nor the marry option. Does that mean one of the ports is not plugged in properly? I was able to get to Auto Start Off/On and set that to Off and it held but I also don’t see any Reboot menu option!!! I did do a firmware update first so wondering if the Marry is automatic after that update?
You have to make sure it is married to your Jeep.
If there is any doubt. Unmarry, then start and stop the Jeep twice, opening and closing the drivers door after each start and stop.
Then remarry the Tazer to your Jeep, reset all your settings, reboot and then go through the start/stop procedure twice more.
Most all settings need to be done with your Jeep in the run mode, but your engine not running.
Need one of them for my JLU
I Have 2021 Jeep Gladiator with 2" level kit and 33' tires do I need the Tazer Z Mini?
A little late for your question but - no. If it came from the dealer as such, you should be fine.
What is the red light under the Tac for?
When you adjust tire size does this only adjust the speedo difference or does it also adjust shift points as well? Just got an eco diesel wrangler with 37’s on it and it’s used and it’s getting terrible gas mileage. I’m wondering if I just need to do this and if it would help with gas mileage
Loaded question.
The Tazer only corrects the speedometer, BUT, the computer decides on shift points according to the speed and engine rpm.
By correcting the speedo reading, the computer will be controlling the trans shift points like it was stock according to speed.
BUT if you haven't changed your gearing to match any increase in tire size, you will still not have the engine RPM to speed issue fixed.
@@northridgenation I used this to adjust speedo and did a full reboot in the menu and it seemed to help quite a bit. Went from about 12mpg to 22mpg. Most people I follow with the diesel don’t re-gear until they go to 40’s. Is that what you guys are seeing as well?
Does the Tazer JL Mini leave a footprint in the ECM for the dealer to find? Do you need to remove before going to the dealer?
If you remove it and unmarry it, the dealer will not know you had one.
However running the Tazer does not necessarily void your warranty. The dealer can't just void your warranty because it is installed. There is a lot of gray area there....Check out the Magnusson Moss act: ua-cam.com/video/u9NcEyHFKXA/v-deo.html
Northridge4x4 Yeah, Im aware of the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975, but my local dealership (also sells Jeep) HATES me. And I live about an hour & half from the next nearest dealer. So, I was just making sure it wouldn’t leave a footprint. Does it improve the throttle response?
I know the Edge Pulsar does a lot of the same functions the same way, and mounts to the ECM, but also gives you more power and torque, and improves throttle response. Will it leave a footprint, since it mounts to the ECM and is removable if you want to unmount it?
Just looking at all options. The extra power would be nice, since I’m going with 37x13.50’s with the stock 4.10’s on my 2020 JTR.
Wow you have 37 psi on tires size 37 is stock tires psi and if you have aftermarket like 37 should at w least 30 psi? Also how come don't see the jeep pictures showing all your tires pressure from the dashboard?
The Tazer lets you program in the low tire pressure alert psi you want.
Can I disable the tpms sensor? I do not have a sensor in my tires
So I don't see that orange light lol
Yes, just click no in the TPMS screen.
Do you leave it plugged in after setting everything up or you can unplug it after??
Leave it plugged in.
@@northridgenation Awesome , thanks!
Whats the difference between this and pedal comander and jscan?
Big difference Rogelio. The Pedal Commander only adjusts throttle sensitivity.
The JScan is full diagnostic tool.
How do make program front camera I try but I couldn't find solutions can u make for me video front camera
It is activated under the "RADIO" function > "CARGOCAM"
@@northridgenation I try but couldn't find can you make one video please
what about the auto start stop and the auto park ?
You can shut off the Auto/Start Stop function under the LIVE MENU setting, so you have to start up the vehicle and make changes while the engine is running.
Tazer cannot disable auto park.
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
What is your tire pressure now also what is your tpms warning light psi set?
We set tire pressure warning at 30 psi.
What is the tire pressure?
@@jayhernandez6812 We were running 35 psi. They are Patagonias, you gotta run them on the crown.
Any conflicts with using the Tazer Mini with a 2020 JT for the 'cargo camera' for use with a forward facing camera? We have a kit and the camera flickers. Any advice?
"CARGOCAMERA" is the mode to use when setting up a forward camera.
Not sure what would make it flicker.
What brand camera?
Official word from Tazer is to use their camera and that it has to be the 8.4 U-Connect head unit.
I need smaller hands
Have you been getting any issues with the tazer mini like battery drain or start and stalling the gladiator?
Thanks for your reply
None at all.
@@northridgenation only had it a few days, tried a setting with the side markers led and it was blinking. Had to turn them back on. Hey great videos keep up the great work. Happy new year
I put mine in but don’t have an option to Marry. It’s just Lightshow and Key Not ON
Brian Kenyon did you hit the Jeep ignition once or twice? I originally hit mine only once and had that issue. Once I hit it again to take the Jeep to the right setting it worked.
40s on 4.10s… woof 🤣
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Tazer mini sucks and z automotives customer service is crap
What problems are you having?