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Alientech KESS3 released new boot unlock protocols for Bosch MG1CS163 locked ECUs- Audi, Bentley and Cupra. KESS3 expands its coverage of high-performance sports and luxury vehicles equipped with 2.5 TFSI/TSI and 6.0 W12 TwinTurbo petrol engines. The first operation requires opening and unlocking the ECU using the dedicated BOOT Unlock protocol and the KESS3 Unlock Module accessory. Once this procedure is complete, you can perform writing operations directly in BENCH mode using the existing protocol, connecting to the ECU connector. The initial unlock does not need to be repeated: for subsequent operations, you can work in BENCH without opening the ECU again, simplifying your daily workshop activities. The practical benefits for your workshop: Work on Bosch MG1CS163 "Locked" ECUs fitted to Audi, Bentley and Cupra 2.5 TFSI/TSI and 6.0 W12 TwinTurbo engines. Unlock the ECU in BOOT using KESS3 Unlock Module. Perform writing operations in BENCH mode after the...

  Alientech KESS3 released new BOOT unlock and BENCH protocols for Bosch MD1CS014 "Locked" ECUs — Audi and Volkswagen. KESS3 expands its coverage of latest-generation Audi and Volkswagen diesel vehicles equipped with 3.0 V6 TDI engines, from 2021 onwards. Update highlights: Unlock protected Bosch MD1CS014 ECUs using the dedicated Glitch BOOT procedure Perform writing operations in BENCH mode after unlocking Work directly through the ECU connector without reopening it for subsequent operations Coverage for Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, Q5, Q7, Q8, S5, S6, S7 and SQ5, and Volkswagen Touareg With KESS3, you can now work on protected Bosch MD1CS014 ECUs fitted to Audi and Volkswagen models with 3.0 V6 TDI diesel engines, produced from 2021 onwards. The initial operation requires opening the ECU and unlocking it using the dedicated BOOT Unlock protocol with the KESS3 Unlock Module accessory . Once unlocked, you can also perform reading and writing operations in BENCH m...

  Alientech KESS3 boot glitch unlock review: First md1cs069 unlocked and done. It’s a Bosch MD1CS069 locked ECU from a Fiat Ducato 2.2 year 2021. Unlocked ECU using Kess3 unlock module adapter. In boot glitch mode. Need to remove capacitors. Read ok. Write ok.

 Alientech KESS3 released a new Bench protocol for Continental SID213 ECUs- Ford and Volkswagen. KESS3 expands its coverage of latest-generation Ford and Volkswagen commercial vehicles equipped with 2.0 EcoBlue engines, from 2023 onwards. The new BENCH protocol allows you to connect directly to the ECU connector without opening the unit. This is particularly useful when the ECU has already been removed from the vehicle and complements the existing OBD protocol, which allows access through the diagnostic port. Real benefits for your workshop: New BENCH access directly through the ECU connector, without opening it. OBD mode already available for a more flexible workflow. Support for ECU operations on latest-generation commercial vehicles. Coverage for Ford Ranger, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom and Volkswagen Amarok. With KESS3, you have greater flexibility to offer ECU reprogramming services for the latest generation of Ford and Volkswagen pick-ups and ...

  Alientech KESS3 released new BOOT unlock protocol for Bosch MG1CS028 "Locked" ECUs- Jaguar and Land rover. KESS3 expands its coverage of latest-generation JLR vehicles equipped with Ingenium turbocharged petrol MHEV and PHEV engines, from 2021 onwards. New BOOT Unlock protocol using the dedicated KESS3 Unlock Module BENCH mode already available for a more flexible workflow after the unlock Access to the complete ECU content Coverage for Jaguar F-Pace and E-Pace, Land Rover Defender and Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar With KESS3, you can now read and write Bosch MG1CS028 "Locked" ECUs fitted to Jaguar and Land Rover models equipped with Ingenium mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid turbocharged petrol engines. First, you need to unlock the ECU in BOOT mode using the dedicated KESS3 Unlock Module . Once unlocked, you can also access the ECU using the already available BENCH protocol, ensuring a faster workflow and expanding...

  Alientech KESS3 released a new OBD protocol for Bosch MG1CS049 "locked" ECUs on BMW M and Alpina. Work on some of the most sought-after high-performance BMW and Alpina models equipped with the 3.0 Bi-Turbo S58 engine, from 2021 onwards, directly via OBD with KESS3 and Powergate. BENCH Unlock required Read and write directly via OBD after unlocking Powergate support now available Coverage for BMW M2, M3, M4, X3 M, X4 M and Alpina B3 and B4, including CS, CSL and Competition versions You can now work via OBD on protected Bosch MG1CS049 ECUs fitted to BMW M and Alpina vehicles with the S58 3.0 Bi-Turbo engine. This allows you to work on some of the most sought-after sports cars in the tuning market. The first step requires a BENCH Unlock and applying the dedicated patch. Once the unlock is complete, you can read and write directly through the diagnostic port without having to access the ECU again in BENCH. Support is therefore extended to Powergate as well, A...

  Alientech KESS3 released a new OBD protocol for Bosch MD1CS001 locked ECUs with KESS3 and Powergate. The Bosch MD1CS001 ECUs fitted to recent BMW and Mini diesel applications with 1.5L and 2.0L B37 and B47 engines can now be read and written directly via OBD after the initial BENCH unlock with the dedicated KESS3 protocol. This is the first of several releases for these ECUs. Unlock the ECU first in BENCH, then continue with reading and writing directly via OBD. Make subsequent tuning operations faster and more direct, without accessing the ECU in BENCH again. Extend the programming service to your End-Users with Powergate on supported applications. With KESS3, you can now read and write via OBD the MD1CS001 "Locked" ECU s fitted to 1.5L and 2.0L diesel engines from the B37 and B47 families. The new OBD protocol therefore integrates with the BENCH mode already available: first unlock the Bosch MD1CS001 "Locked", then read and write from the ...

 New OBD protocol for Continental SID208 ECUs with Alientech KESS3 and Powergate. The ECUs fitted to Citroën, Fiat and Peugeot light commercial vehicles with 2.2 HDi and 2.2 Multijet diesel engines can now be managed directly through the diagnostic port. Thanks to this update, you can work on Continental SID208 ECUs via OBD using KESS3 and Powergate — connecting directly to the vehicle’s diagnostic port to read and write the engine control unit. This new protocol complements the existing BENCH mode, expanding your tuning capabilities for light diesel commercial vehicles such as the Ducato, Boxer, Jumper, and Relay (2011 onwards). Work on the widely used 2.2 HDi and 2.2 Mjet diesel engines with several advantages for your daily operations: Direct connection via the diagnostic port BENCH mode already available ECU reading and writing. Support via KESS3 and Powergate New opportunities for Citroën, Fiat, and Peugeot commercial vehicles Coverage of diesel applications ...

  Alientech KESS3 introduces the BENCH protocol for Bosch MD1CS069 on Iveco Daily. One of the most widespread applications in the light commercial vehicle segment can now be managed directly from the ECU connector with KESS3. A new expansion of operational capabilities is now available with KESS3: thanks to the release of the dedicated protocol for Bosch MD1CS069 ECUs installed on Iveco LCVs, it is now possible to operate in BENCH mode, without the need for invasive operations on the control unit. Widely used on 2.3 and 3.0 FPT engines since 2019, these ECUs represent a standard in the segment and are increasingly required by workshops working on fleets and commercial vehicles. This translates into concrete advantages for daily work: safe and efficient access in Bench mode reduced intervention time simplified management even on operational vehicles Once the ECU is connected in BENCH mode , you can proceed directly with read and write operations, integrating the...

  Alientech KESS3 will change the software subscription policy from March 27th, 2026. Pricing (MASTER / SLAVE) MASTER Early Renewal → €990 Renewal → €1,190 Reactivation (inactive for more than 12 months) → €1,390 SLAVE Early Renewal → €490 Renewal → €590 Reactivation (inactive for more than 12 months) → €690 All subscriptions are 12 months. No other subscription types exist. All cases fall under one of the three above. How it works: Early Renewal Renew while your current subscription is still active (before expiry). The new 12-month period starts from your original expiry date. You lose no days of usage. Lowest price. Renewal Your subscription has expired, but less than 12 months have passed. The new 12-month period starts from the day you renew. Any gap between expiry and renewal is automatically aligned by the system. Reactivation Your subscription has been inactive for more than 12 months. The new 12-month period starts from the reactivation date. Highes...

  Alientech KESS3 now allows intervention via OBD on the Bosch ZF8HP75 TCU , the transmission used on the most sporty and performance-oriented Alfa Romeo models from 2016 onwards. On these configurations paired with the 2.9 V6 biturbo engine, designed to handle high torque levels, TCU programming allows workshops to work on gear-shift logic, transmission-side torque management, and software recovery, maintaining consistency between engine power delivery and transmission behaviour. Work precisely on the highest-performance applications of the Alfa Romeo platform as well as on Aston Martin V12 vehicles (2021), aligning transmission calibration with the modifications applied to the engine ECU. Feature: Read and write on Bosch ZF8HP75 in OBD mode Direct intervention on shift logic and torque management Optimised workflow on Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Verde (from 2016+) Technical focus Connection: OBD TCU: Bosch ZF8HP75 Production years: from 2016...

 Brilliant news. Alientech KESS3 datalogging is landing soon. This is a big update. This is one of those updates where you already know it’s going to change how people work day to day… not just a "nice feature". It is really usefull is to pass you a copy of this before you write a map. It’s a great new feature for the Kess3. With GPS, altitude measurements and the datalogging it will add a whole wealth of data for many tuners around the world to add to their services and quality remapping.

 As titled, Alientech KESS3 and Autotuner which is better for beginners? Here is the clue. Both are excellent tools to start with, both well supported and respected in the industry. You cant go wrong with either, the right choice often depends on the type of vehicles you plan to work on and how you want to grow your tuning business. Its worth spending a little time going through the application lists. AutoTuner is particularly strong with newer European vehicles and has become very popular because it’s fast, simple to use and regularly updated. And, with no subscription. KESS3 on the other hand has extremely wide coverage, not only for cars and vans but also motorbikes, plant, agricultural machinery, marine engines and more. Its a big support team at Alientech the tool is very reliable and well supported They’re both fantastic machines. AT has no subscription, and a very nice log function. kess launches livelog very soon. The Alientech suit is fantastic for identi...

 World Exclusive! Alientech KESS3 ecu programmer introduces the Bench protocol f or Ford Continental SID212 ECUs. One of the most requested ECUs on the market can now be worked on directly in the workshop with KESS3. 11.03.2026 — Upgrade 2.96 Alientech further expands the operational possibilities offered by the KESS3 platform with the release of the new protocol dedicated to Continental SID212 ECUs. Present for years on numerous diesel applications, including Ford 2.0 EcoBlue, SID212 ECUs represent one of the most requested solutions among workshops specialised in calibration and electronic programming. With this update, Continental SID212 ECUs can be managed in Bench mode directly with KESS3, allowing professionals to work on the ECU directly in their own workshop, without sending it to external services for unlocking or preparation procedures. This translates into concrete advantages for everyday work: greater operational autonomy faster handling times no a...

  Problem: Tried to read an Audi Bosch MG1CS011 TC298 ECU with Autotuner and Alientech KESS3 programmer. Both devices failed to read this ECU via OBD. Trid to bench it with kess3. It showed no support for this ecu. Any idea? Solution: No way after 06/2020. No virtual file no way. This hw version is really TC298 and is not supported by Autotuner by OBD, neither via Flex/KESS3. Bench is not possible due to security level. This ECU can not be actually tuned by commercial available tools and protocols.

  Alientech ECM Titanium released new driver update- Bosch MD1CP061 for Ford Tanger, Volkswagen Amarok and more. Targeted control for modern high-performance diesel pickup trucks with ECM Titanium. Dedicated calibration for Bosch MD1CP061 ECUs on latest-generation commercial vehicles. Advanced management of EGR hysteresis, torque monitoring DTCs, speed limiters and idle speed. Ideal for performance optimization, fuel efficiency and customized vehicle setups. Full access to maps in table, 2D and 3D view for precise and reliable calibrations. 05.02.2026 Ford Ranger and Volkswagen Amarok are now a benchmark in the advanced work vehicle segment: robust, powerful, and increasingly used for intensive professional applications. With the latest-generation diesel engines managed by the Bosch MD1CP061 ECU, they represent an ideal platform for targeted performance and efficiency optimization. Thanks to the ECM Titanium driver update dedicated to this control unit, you no...

 Renault Continental SID321 reading review: MMS Flex failed to read SID321 via OBD VR. It says no Virtual read available for this software version on the server. Cannot do it on bench when no vr on server. Did it with Alientech KESS3 . Autotuner will also do this ECU. AT is the best in this ecu.

  Alientech KESS3 developped bench protocol for AC Delco E84- GM compact platforms. Expand your workshop operations with this new development providing direct ECU access — simplifying procedures on compact vehicles and improving workflow efficiency. Read and write on AC Delco E84 in BENCH mode Direct ECU access for faster and safer operations Optimized control on GM 1.0, 1.4 EcoTec and 1.8 Flex engines from 2016+ 04.02.2026 — Upgrade 2.86 With the introduction of BENCH mode on the E84 control units — previously manageable only via OBD — you now have direct access to the ECU, simplifying workshop operations on compact vehicles widely distributed across the global market. Designed for 1.0, 1.4 EcoTec and 1.8 Flex engines from 2016 onwards, this release concretely expands operational possibilities on urban and compact cars. An update that improves operational safety and workflow continuity, reducing intervention times and increasing procedure reliability. Technic...

  Problem: It’s a Seat taraco 2.0tdi 2023 model. Tried to read Bosch ECU MD1CS004 (HW80) with Autotuner . It doesn’t want to read it too high protection but I did a virtual read via obd I’m afraid to write it so it doesn’t crash. Error: Authentication error. This ECU has new protection and is not yet supported. Solution: ok with obd mode by Autotuner. OBD is ok for this Version. Virtual is always safe. Obd read and write no problem. Obd read and write safe and fast with charger battery. There are some versions you can’t read it, locked version, 309 AA , M, T. If you want to do adblue off there is another solution.

  Alientech KESS3 released new OBD protocol for Continental EMS291X- Ford and Lincoln EcoBoost platforms. Bring OBD tuning to next-generation vehicles equipped with 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 and 2.0 EcoBoost engines (from 2023 onwards) and keep your workshop ready for modern applications. Direct work via OBD No ECU removal on EMS2910 / EMS2916 Fast and reliable operations on advanced engine management systems 26.01.2026 — UPGRADE 2.81 Thanks to this development, it is now possible to work via OBD on the latest Ford and Lincoln vehicles for the US and global markets, equipped with 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 and 2.0 EcoBoost engines and Continental EMS2910, EMS2916 ECUs. Today, KESS3 allows direct access through the diagnostic port on these applications from 2023 onwards, offering fast and reliable access to a modern platform designed to advancedly manage combustion strategies, turbocharging and emissions control. A concrete opportunity for workshops working on next-generation vehicles:...