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 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:...

  Alientech KESS3 released new boot protocol for Hyundai & Kia Kefico CPBISH2.24.1 ECU. BOOT support is now available for the Kefico CPBISH2.24.1 ECU, installed on Hyundai and Kia 1.0 MPI petrol engines from 2017 onwards. BOOT connection directly on TC1782 microprocessor Deep and complete access to engine control data Secure and stable procedures, even in advanced operations Maximum precision and reliability during programming First step toward extended management, including future TCU integration 14.01.2026 — UPGRADE 2.76 The evolution of support for Asian vehicles continues with an update introducing BOOT mode for the Kefico CPBISH2.24.1 ECU, installed on Hyundai and Kia 1.0 MPI engines from 2017 onwards. The BOOT connection allows direct operation on the TC1782 microprocessor, ensuring deep, complete, and secure access to engine control data. An advanced technical approach that guarantees maximum precision, operational stability, and full reliability, e...

  Alientech KESS3 released new OBD protocol for Continental SID213 ECU. 2.12.2025 — UPGRADE 2.74 A new KESS3 release that introduces OBD reprogramming for Continental SID213 ECUs on the latest diesel commercial vehicles and pick-ups, equipped with 2.0 EcoBlue engines (from 2022 onwards). No ECU removal Direct access via the diagnostic port Faster, safer and more efficient operations An upgrade designed for those who work every day on professional-use vehicles, where speed, reliability and uptime are essential. Why this release matters? This development further expands KESS3’s operational capabilities and strengthens support for the latest- generation vehicles, addressing a real need of the modern workshop: do more, in less time, with maximum safety. A real end-of-year value for those who continue to choose Alientech as their technical partner, today and throughout 2025. Technical focus Connection: OBD ECU: Continental SID213 Production years: from 2022 Brands in...

  I just had an issue with this ECU while trying to perform a Full OBD read Renault SID307 with Flex programmer . At the moment of connection, Flex managed to read the password, and right after that it started patching the ECU. A few seconds later, the cooling fan turned on, and shortly after, during the connection process, the ignition switched OFF and then an error appeared. The car no longer starts. So the only solution we found was to read the ECU in Boot mode, but fortunately we had the password file read via OBD. Therefore, we had to repair the Flash file and write it in Boot mode. FYI: Foxflash programmer can also read SID307 ECU via OBD without issue. Example: Read and wirte Renault SID307 via obd. Follow the instructions for how to keep ignition on for the procedure. Read 10 min. Write 10 min.

  Alientech KESS3 released a new protocol for EVPT VCU3000- Citroen, Fiat, Opel/Vauxhall. Take the next step in EV tuning: work in BOOT mode on the latest EVPT VCU3000 units, now supported on ultra-compact electric vehicles equipped with 5.5 kWh systems from 2025 . Full read and write access in BOOT mode Direct operations on the VCU memory for precise parameter control Expand your workshop services with micro-EV support EVPT VCU3000 — Citroën, Fiat, Opel/Vauxhall. Work in BOOT mode on the new VCU units for EVs, now supported. 03.12.2025 — UPGRADE 2.67 With this update you can operate directly on the memory of the EVPT VCU3000 control unit, installed on ultra-compact electric vehicles from Citroën, Fiat and Opel/Vauxhall with 5.5 kWh power units from 2025 onward. The BOOT connection guarantees full access to the VCU data, enabling complete read and write operations for accurate parameter management and full control over your tuning workflow. A solution designed...

 The protocols you were waiting for are now finally active on Alientech KESS3 . 24.11.2025 — UPGRADE 2.65 Ford’s evolution continues through increasingly efficient powertrains, new electronic management systems, and Bosch platforms designed to enhance performance and safety. With this update, KESS3 takes a decisive step forward, enabling OBD access to the latest-generation MD1 and MG1 ECUs  — offering workshops a direct gateway into the contemporary Ford world. Thanks to the new protocols, you can work on petrol, diesel and mild-hybrid engines with a more linear and faster workflow: connect, read and write through the diagnostic port, maintaining operational continuity even on the most complex configurations. EcoBlue, EcoBoost and Super Duty series: the entire new Ford generation can finally be managed smoothly and reliably. A release that opens new work opportunities and fully integrates these platforms into your daily workshop routine. Technical focus Connecti...

  Alientech KESS3 released new protocol fpr HJS ACU- CompAir, Landini, McCormick. Operate in BOOT mode on next-generation agricultural and industrial machines, expanding your service options on some of the most requested work vehicles in the field. Read and write in BOOT mode on the HJS ACU control unit Work with precision on 4.5L and 6.7L engines from 2014 onwards Optimize performance and auxiliary system management on CompAir, Landini, and McCormick professional machines 19.11.2025 — UPGRADE 2.63 KESS3 expands its support for professional vehicles by introducing a new protocol for the HJS ACU control unit, installed on 4.5L and 6.7L engines from CompAir, Landini, and McCormick. This update offers new tuning opportunities for agricultural and industrial vehicles, improving performance and the management of auxiliary engine systems. Read and write directly to the ACM memory, with the ECU open, in BOOT mode on vehicles produced from 2014 up to and beyond 2021. ...

  Alientech KESS3 released new protocol for Continental PTM5- MAN 12.4L trucks. Operate in BOOT mode on European heavy-duty vehicles thanks to the latest update dedicated to MAN engines. Read and write the ECU in BOOT mode. Work safely on 12.4L engines across the most reliable MAN series. Improve efficiency and overall performance on long-haul and heavy-duty applications. KESS3 expands its support for heavy-duty vehicles in the European market, introducing a new protocol dedicated to the powerful 12.4-litre MAN engines found in some of the brand’s most iconic series. Read and write in BOOT mode the Continental PTM5 ECU installed on MAN TG-S and TGX trucks produced since 2013. This update allows precise control of engine logic, enhancing power and optimizing fuel efficiency in MAN’s most reliable work vehicles. Operate directly on the ECU memory for maximum effectiveness and control in every programming phase. Technical focus Connection: BOOT ECU: Continental PTM5...