R1T Detailing: Carwash mode for DIY carwash

Streaming and other functions without Rivian Connect+

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-03T14:11:49+00:00

I have previously used the streaming capability back when it first came out as well as the hotspot since before Connect+ was a thing. I am trying to get the streaming working again but it seems to have been hidden fully behind the paywall. (Not looking to argue the merits of that system here) I recall after Connect+ came out being able to still use the Hotspot while tethering with my phone, and losing it isn't a big deal other than needing to update my wife's wifi, but I think I remember needing to be on the Hotspot to do casting. My question is, did Rivian remove both of these features to fully behind the connect+ paywall? I thought that if you used phone tethering or if you were connected to WIFI you could use most all of the usual streaming like features of the Rivian? If anyone can recommend how to stream while using tethering I'm sure myself and others without Connect+ would appreciate it.

wildlife R1T

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Mar 21, 2025

Over the months, I've taken my R1T to the full service carwash multiple times and have used carwash mode but 3 days ago, I took it to one of those do-it-yourself carwashes with the sprayers and wands, etc. I didn't think I really needed to put it in carwash mode since I was just going to use the high pressure sprayers for a quick cleanup but while spraying the truck it activated the charging port door which popped open, assuming from the warm water hitting the sensor.

I stopped right away and closed the door then avoided that area while I finished up. When I got back in the truck it said I needed to reboot the screen which I did but then I got the message that Drive Mode was disabled and to service the car! Yikes! I did a hard reset which cleared up the problem. Phew! So lesson learned to always use carwash mode when washing the car even manually! Thought I'd post this for others who didn't know this.

R1T Detailing: Carwash mode for DIY carwash

wildlife R1T

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