Now-fixed web bugs allowed hackers to remotely unlock and start any of millions of Subarus. More disturbingly, they could also access at least a year of cars’ location histories—and Subaru employees still can.
I am not a car owner, but think that if faced with something like this, I’d consult with forums and/or a reputable mechanic on how to remove the telematics unit altogether. Apparently it is easy on some cars.
On my 2019 Outback, I can kill this function by pulling the telematics fuse. But this also kills the front speakers. I need to look into disconnecting the antenna, but I’m a little unsure about removing the headliner to access the bottom of the antenna. Is there another way?
I am not a car owner, but think that if faced with something like this, I’d consult with forums and/or a reputable mechanic on how to remove the telematics unit altogether. Apparently it is easy on some cars.
For the Subaru’s, you have to take out the stereo head unit/screen and pull some wiring/module off of it.
Its apparently not terrible, but it’s a big ask for people who don’t deal with car audio/electrical on a regular basis.
Then I’d ask a mechanic that normally services it. The telematics are too much of a problem to not resolve.
On my 2019 Outback, I can kill this function by pulling the telematics fuse. But this also kills the front speakers. I need to look into disconnecting the antenna, but I’m a little unsure about removing the headliner to access the bottom of the antenna. Is there another way?