Reinforced Underbody Shield Removed & Myth Dispelled (not integral to pack structure)

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.

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Mar 10, 2025

There is a good bit of misinformation/conjecture about the underbody shield being integral to pack structure and something that is bonded to the packs when they are built. This is false. The shield absolutely can be removed (and retrofitted to a pack without it). The hole locations are identical to the 'on road' pack.

Note: It is obviously very heavy. Don't do this. If you do this, I told you not to. If you refuse to listen to me, do not try to remove this without proper equipment to support the shield. Alternatively, turn your vehicle upside down to remove it. But this is dangerous. DO NOT do any of this.

Also, I wasn't the one who had it removed.

Reinforced Underbody Shield Removed & Myth Dispelled (not integral to pack structure)

Rivian Mom

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