Range Device
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It's not a common thing to happen. I've not seen a report that I can recall where the unit failed. People have bought from ebay or 2nd hand and have had problems with the version and such but a purchace from the source usually functions as advertised or they make it good without a fuss.
Elmer
Elmer
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I sold mine for half what I paid for it, IIRC. Was glad to get rid of it once I found out how the fiery works. That does mean that if the buyer wants any updates, it has to go through me. Not sure if you want to do that.
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bought mine used never had any issues and will sell it the same way i bought it used and as is .
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Problem is one thing. Updates are different. Remember when you had that battery drain issue? Used, I can't do anything with. If there was a case of an update, especially for the newer cars, you might find it handy that I am willing to do the free update for you. Call it value added. After all, the buyer deserves a break considering that I sold it because it does things I don't consider good.
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Drifting
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I noticed when I plugged it in that the far left light blinked once, then the far right one blinked 3 times. And that was it. I thought they all came on when it was plugged in??
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Safety Car
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From: nashville TN
Problem is one thing. Updates are different. Remember when you had that battery drain issue? Used, I can't do anything with. If there was a case of an update, especially for the newer cars, you might find it handy that I am willing to do the free update for you. Call it value added. After all, the buyer deserves a break considering that I sold it because it does things I don't consider good.
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From: Hartford WI
im not sure what updates would be needed. the range device I bought worked on 14-19 c7 and hasn't missed a beat. I only wanted the 4 cyl deactivated it does that. not aware of it doing anything else . as it goes im having the dod/afm tuned out in the ecu since the tuner is in there anyway so ill not have a need for any obd device
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I don't know. There were those who said that it required an update or you would run your battery down. See THIS thread.
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From: Hartford WI
Don't know. Either way, that silly thing is out of my car which I am happy about. I guess my kicking it when getting in and out is a sign
Drifting
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I got my Range direct from them a few months ago and the box said to remove it the car is not driven for a few days. I don't want to take the chance so I do remove it from time to time.
This question may sound stupid but is there a "wear and tear" in the port and the Range itself from inserting and pulling often, you know like any orifice?
This question may sound stupid but is there a "wear and tear" in the port and the Range itself from inserting and pulling often, you know like any orifice?
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From: Hartford WI
I would think so. If you are removing it every drive, it can be an issue. IDK about your idea but I would not remove it unless I had to or I accidentally kicked it.
