Americas Tow Package install - Software Update

[ethree]

Can you elaborate on the "Speed clicker fixed" statement? Did the update permanently disable it?

Approaching 1k miles. I thought that once you shut that off it was off. After a few restarts, it reset back to going off, clicking away when I violate the law! Here’s the truly sad part—I actually am beginning to embrace the damn thing.

 

[anand]

Approaching 1k miles. I thought that once you shut that off it was off. After a few restarts, it reset back to going off, clicking away when I violate the law! Here’s the truly sad part—I actually am beginning to embrace the damn thing.

The setting does not stay persistent after a full system shut down

 

[ethree]

The setting does not stay persistent after a full system shut down

That is correct. At least that is my experience
With the latest update.

 

[Grapa]

So let's hear the details how to "incorrectly install" an update. Sounds like the fix we all want.

Please! I need that “incorrectly install” asap

 

[Manzino]

I got my tow hitch installed this week. The software update that came with it was just an update for the tow hitch, nothing else, and I was told there is no other software update at this time.

 

[Lord Ripon USA]

I got my tow hitch installed this week. The software update that came with it was just an update for the tow hitch, nothing else, and I was told there is no other software update at this time.

Just to understand,
You cannot install a receiver hitch privately without a software upgrade performed by a dealer at this time?

 

[anand]

Just to understand,
You cannot install a receiver hitch privately without a software upgrade performed by a dealer at this time?

If you buy the hitch itself (the hardware) you can absolutely install it yourself. The software update is for the trailer module (the OEM module that handles the electronics for the trailer).

 

[Manzino]

Correct.

 

[Lord Ripon USA]

If you buy the hitch itself (the hardware) you can absolutely install it yourself. The software update is for the trailer module (the OEM module that handles the electronics for the trailer).

that confuses things more.

let me try again.

What purpose does the dealer reprogramming serve?

It is made to sound like you cannot just splice in a 4 flat connector (NA units) and have lights for your Jetski trailer.

 

[anand]

that confuses things more.

let me try again.

What purpose does the dealer reprogramming serve?

It is made to sound like you cannot just splice in a 4 flat connector (NA units) and have lights for your Jetski trailer.

The initial programming had an issue with the configuration of trailer outputs on the 7 pin connector.

Those vehicles that did not order the factory hitch option do not have that control module

 

[Maskinut]

I agree with everyone on tow specs as it is posted everywhere, don't kill the messenger. All I really want to know what kind of brake controller have you found that will work with our Grenadiers? Like I said the CURT 51180 Echo Mobile Electric Trailer Brake controller will not work with the Grenadier like it does with any other tow rigs Land Rover, Jeep 392, F-150. I was looking for a quick and easy solution like before; with the one I already had.

Did you try the Curt Echo, I just ordered one and and really hoping it works. Then I saw your message. What wasn't working for you?

 

[Maskinut]

Did you try the Curt Echo, I just ordered one and and really hoping it works. Then I saw your message. What wasn't working for you?

Gah- I found more references fro your experiences via search, I was really hoping to go this route.

 

[GN4HIR]

I admit I haven't slogged through all 10 pages of this topic and I'm not the 'Tow Master' but my question is... what software is needed to tow a trailer? I mean, you tap into the wires you need for the trailer lights and away you go. In my GMC a special screen came up when you hooked up a trailer but I have the tow package on my IG and when I plugged in a trailer the only new feature that appeared was the ability for the gas gauge to drop really fast.

 

[anand]

I admit I haven't slogged through all 10 pages of this topic and I'm not the 'Tow Master' but my question is... what software is needed to tow a trailer? I mean, you tap into the wires you need for the trailer lights and away you go. In my GMC a special screen came up when you hooked up a trailer but I have the tow package on my IG and when I plugged in a trailer the only new feature that appeared was the ability for the gas gauge to drop really fast.

When a trailer is detected (by the trailer wiring) it disables the rear parking sensors and adjusts the ESP/ABS logic

 

[Kevin Mokracek]

Wait, you mean shouldn’t be hearing the non stop beeping telling me I’m going to back into my trailer when I’m backing up? That would be pretty nice if that were disabled when my trailer is hooked up but that isn’t happening with my hitch.

 

[GN4HIR]

When a trailer is detected (by the trailer wiring) it disables the rear parking sensors and adjusts the ESP/ABS logic

Thank you, that does make sense.

 

[Tr182md]

This is an old thread but I just bought my Grenadier and it just worked out that my best option was buying off the lot without the tow.

Just to add there are two Wiring harnesses available. If you have the Winch prep and the NATO plug the wiring harnesses is double the price. Later they realized that it did not include the actual tow hitch.

If all you want is a place to carry bicycle rack you can skip the wiring. Which is what my friend did. That is the second price. I had to pay both.

Tow wiring with factory winch prep $4534
Tow Hitch (no wiring) $940

This is just totally insane but still cheaper than me ordering a 2025. The software update is not working currently so my new car is stuck at the dealer.

 

[Roving.Grenadier]

This is an old thread but I just bought my Grenadier and it just worked out that my best option was buying off the lot without the tow.

Just to add there are two Wiring harnesses available. If you have the Winch prep and the NATO plug the wiring harnesses is double the price. Later they realized that it did not include the actual tow hitch.

If all you want is a place to carry bicycle rack you can skip the wiring. Which is what my friend did. That is the second price. I had to pay both.

Tow wiring with factory winch prep $4534
Tow Hitch (no wiring) $940

This is just totally insane but still cheaper than me ordering a 2025. The software update is not working currently so my new car is stuck at the dealer.

I have the tow package and the high-load electrical upgrade, but no OEM winch. I think it was $800 for the tow and $1600 for the electrical upgrade from the factory (external outlets and additional switches).

 

[anand]

This is an old thread but I just bought my Grenadier and it just worked out that my best option was buying off the lot without the tow.

Just to add there are two Wiring harnesses available. If you have the Winch prep and the NATO plug the wiring harnesses is double the price. Later they realized that it did not include the actual tow hitch.

If all you want is a place to carry bicycle rack you can skip the wiring. Which is what my friend did. That is the second price. I had to pay both.

Tow wiring with factory winch prep $4534
Tow Hitch (no wiring) $940

This is just totally insane but still cheaper than me ordering a 2025. The software update is not working currently so my new car is stuck at the dealer.

The trick to this is convincing them to order the w/o high amp switch panel harness and just laying it along side the NATO plug harness... The reason the harness with the high amp switch panel is so expensive is because it completely replaces the NATO plug wiring from the solenoid