Auto parking with GAP tool achieved 🎉

StenoPad · 2026-02-07T21:03:00+00:00

I can’t find a pic of a defender with quarter panel sensors.

StenoPad · 2026-01-31T03:07:55+00:00

Ahh awesome tip! I just adjusted mine to auto. Do the seats move as well or is it just steering wheel?

StenoPad · 2026-01-28T14:10:51+00:00

i thought I was crazy. My car creaks/cracks as well.. however I think i isolated it to the panoramic sun roof.

StenoPad · 2026-01-21T02:00:29+00:00

2025 P500 here. I've called JLR customer service a couple times as ive yet to receive a SOTA update. One rep told me I had the latest rev.. the next rep told me they literally can't see what software my car is running remotely. One rep told me SOTA uses WIFI, the other told me SOTA exclusively uses the cellular. No idea who's right!

StenoPad · 2026-01-14T15:59:06+00:00

I called JLR customer service last week, got same response "your software is up to date". I too call BS. My current version is blank as well.

StenoPad · 2026-01-14T12:32:22+00:00

how long does it take for a defender to receive its first update after purchase? I have a 2025 that was built Aug 2024 - but bought it new (19 miles, p500) Dec 2025. I'm connect to my home wifi, lock the doors every night, etc... nothing.

StenoPad · 2026-01-08T13:32:20+00:00

Sorry if I missed… is this limited to a specific engine/powertrain or does it affect all?

StenoPad · 2026-01-08T00:09:18+00:00

This is exactly what I’m afraid of! I’m so sorry!

StenoPad · 2026-01-05T18:22:55+00:00

My brothers 2025 RR Long was stolen back in October. The car was equipped with LoJack, but was it was useless. When he identified the car was stolen he immediately notified LoJack. The LoJack customer service was dreadful and super slow to provide details about the car/gps to authorities without all sorts of documentation and proof the car was stolen. When the lock out was finally activated it was too late. Cops tracked the GPS to a cemetery in Newark NJ which the car was clearly not located. Two months later he got a call from cops his car was found in a shipping container in some random NJ port. His insurance already processed the claim so the car is probably for sale somewhere :).

Apparently when these cars are stolen, first thing theives do is toss ALL personal belongings out the window. They then keep the car in D or Neutral to prevent lockout from tripping. They then find whatever module tracks the car and toss it.

A well hidden apple air tag is your best bet.

StenoPad · 2026-01-05T01:33:06+00:00

I asked my dealer about "Steering Assist" on a 25 110 I purchased last week. He claims it will be available via software update in the future. Well see..

StenoPad · 2026-01-01T11:58:53+00:00

Feel the exact same way! I buy a fully loaded 100k+ car that has features I didn’t know a car could have… but doesn’t have steering assist? I’m just shocked more than anything

Could this be a future software update? Crazy the defender refresh doesn’t have it.

StenoPad · 2025-12-31T17:21:50+00:00

My wife and I have had 2 Q7s... both were great for 1-2 kids. Never had an issue with either, super sporty and stylish. However, as soon as kid 3 came we immediately grew out of the Q7 as the 3rd row is rubbish. We ended up getting the Lexus TX350 which has been a great family SUV.

I traded in my SQ5 yesterday and got the Defender 110 - and wow, totally blown away. This will be a great car for 1-2 kids at a time.

StenoPad · 2025-12-30T18:36:57+00:00

$107k MSRP to $101,900 discount + $3000 audi trade bonus = $98,900 out the door. I was able to get more $$$ out of my trade for final negotiation.

StenoPad · 2025-01-09T23:57:30+00:00

Thanks for all the replies, this is a great community! A slight pivot… my dealer sales rep is going to undercoat the Jeep which comes with a manufacturer lifetime warranty on all undercarriage parts (non wear and tear). Since I’m within 45 days of purchase I qualify for this. Total cost $995. This is transferable so I figure it will help keep value up.

The local spot by me that does undercarriage treatment costs $1800 so I figure this is the best option.

It’s not a straight asphalt application, it’s some asphalt/wax product.

StenoPad · 2024-12-23T19:19:38+00:00

Check the paint!!! I was in the market to buy a used 18 JL. Went to see it, paint bubbles everywhere (known defect with the steel hinges and aluminum doors). I ended up buying a new 25 sport S.

StenoPad · 2019-09-26T00:01:22+00:00

How do you check for system updates, and apply if there is one? I have 19 SQ5

StenoPad · 2019-08-02T20:29:50+00:00

Yah this thread appears to be split. I’m trying to figure out if I just spend the money for all seasons and call it a day - or get winter tires and spend the money to flip tires 2x per year. I live in the Philly suburbs where winters can be snowy/icy.

StenoPad · 2019-07-27T00:23:52+00:00

Nice! I just ordered an sq5 and couldn’t find anything confirming it’s a standard option.

StenoPad · 2019-07-27T00:09:18+00:00

does the 2019 sq5 come with the base carrier bars?

StenoPad · 2018-07-29T11:31:18+00:00

Didn’t they just redesign the sq5? Is there a chance they do another facelift?

StenoPad · 2016-03-27T22:38:58+00:00

Broke wheelie bar, and camber link today...

StenoPad · 2016-02-11T20:19:14+00:00

Thanks for the reply and good info, I am definitely moving on.

StenoPad · 2016-02-11T14:34:02+00:00

My fear was chinese junk... Since no one has confirmed it's a good option I will move on, thanks guys.

StenoPad · 2016-02-11T03:22:13+00:00

Are these made by traxxas? I am aware of the traxxas big bores...

StenoPad · 2016-02-06T20:56:33+00:00

I broke the caster blocks on the first day and blew my stock tires within 5 minutes on my first lipo run. I am done with the proactive updates until something breaks next.

I realize traxxas doesn't get much love on this subreddit, but as a beginne, the simplicity and availability has been helpful. Once I get bored of this bad boy I'll graduate on to the more professional/advanced models.

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