Defeat voice command lockout?

cb1228

Out of interest what are the other new features? I have the SmartTOP installed and would be interested in the update.

BoilardZ

There used to be 8 different settings for the SmartTOP. There are now 13. Defeating the lockout of the voice command is the biggest new one, in my opinion. They're also working on defeating the lockout of the speed-sensitive volume on the Bose stereo. (It's inexplicable to me that Nissan defeats that function while the top is down, which in my opinion is the time that you need it the most!) Other new functions include allowing the top to be closed (not just opened) via the door handle request switch (on models so equipped), additional functionality with the windows, and additional control over signaling (hazard flashers, chirps, horn, etc while the top is opening or closing). In my opinion, if you're going to own the roadster, it makes all the sense in the world to spend a few extra bucks on the SmartTOP in order to get all this extra functionality out of your convertible.

DocJ

I too have the mod installed, for years now. I recently had some top dysfunction issues and took it to the dealer. They replaced a couple of items & disconnected my mod wire harness claiming the mod was "interfering with communication" to the top mechanism. I doubted this & reached out to Stefan at mods4cars.com. We connected remotely and did some testing to determine the mod is functioning correctly. Additionally, he asked me to also eval the firmware 2.0 update. I can confirm the voice command is enabled with the top down via a setting in the mod. We did run across one small item with my factory setup having sequential door unlocking interfering with a new function for the access button on door actuating the top, which he has tonight adjusted the programming in the mod & it now works with my sequential unlocking.

What can I say? Stefan & mods4cars.com are the best, to be providing that kind of ongoing support & development. You don't even get that kind of support 3 years after buying an Apple product! I HIGHLY recommend this company & mod. Best thing I've done to my Z since I got it in 2010, hands down.