Monthly Archives: June 2026

MMS Flex Unlock BMW MG1CS201 ECU in Boot Mode

Magic Motorsport Flex programmer released an important update yesterday: supports Bosch MDG1 ECU boot mode unlock without shipping (No RFT).   Here comes the latest Flex user’s test report on BMW Bosch MG1CS201 encryoted ECU unlocking:   It takes so long time. But finaly did it. Use standard Magic Motorsport power supply. Boot mode unlocking ok.… Read More »

Foxflash Read and Write Ford Kuga DCM6.1 ECU via OBD

Read and write Ford Kuga DCM6.1 ECU with Foxflash programmer by OBD successfully. Ford Kuga 2016, 2.0, 110kw, ECU: DCM6.1 Mode: OBD HW: DS71-12B684-XB Read by foxflash. Checksum correction with foxflash. Write by foxflash. A short story. A quick internet search for the ecu identification numbers gave me a result that the ecu was DCM3.5… Read More »

FormulaFlash V1.1.7.0 Update GM E88 E90 E93 ECMs

Good news! FormulaFlash ECU programmer released new software version V1.1.7.0- GM POWER UPGRADE IS HERE! It got the GM Acdelco E88 ECM!!! 15 NEW GM Applications Added: New support for GM ACDelco E88 / E90 / E93 ECUs Chevrolet, GMC, Opel, Vauxhall & GL8 coverage expanded Bench, Boot & OBD Read/Write/Checksum functions More vehicle coverage,… Read More »

Autotuner vs Flex vs KESS3 Pros and Cons

Each serious tool on “pro” level has its own research and development team who daily push the boundries on what ecus/tcus tool can do by adding more protocols to list. Top 3 on actively still researching and developing more protocols with large userbase are autotuner,flex,kess v3. Top3 at the moment is autotuner (new upcomer, this… Read More »

Magic Motorsport Flex Software Error 2 Solution

Problem: After the last update Magic Motorsport Flex programmer software won’t work. It says error 2, please reinstall the application. Does somebody have a solution?   Solution: Unistal flex, delete folder flex on HD. Reinstall app you can find the installer on Google if you don’t have subscription. Turn off antivirus. Run as administrator.  … Read More »

Autotuner Update Ferrari MG1CS039 ECU Mail-in Unlocking

The Italian elite is on AutoTuner! The Bosch MG1CS039 ECU (Ferrari) is live on Bench (after Mail-in Unlock).   Get ready to push the boundaries of exclusivity! We are incredibly proud to announce that the Bosch MG1CS039 ECU, which equips the absolute pinnacle of Italian automotive engineering, is now officially supported on your AutoTuner Tool.… Read More »

XirDecoder V3.6- Restore Non-original Files to Original Stock State

XirDecoder ECU chip tuning software V3.6 – Original File Restore Feature We are pleased to announce a major new feature introduced with XirDecoder V3.6. Starting from this version, users can restore modified or non-original files back to their original stock condition with maximum accuracy. This enhancement has been developed to simplify workflows, improve reliability, and… Read More »

Flex Failed to Write Ford Transit 2018 SID209 ECU?

Problem: It’s a Ford Transit 2018 with sid209 TC1797 ecu. Hardware number gk4a 12a650 ua. I’ve tried bitbox and Flex programmer. But hardware not compatible (obviously see hw not listed). Any solution? Solution: Sid209 GK4A version you need to boot unlock. Can’t write via obd straight away. Boot for readout, never had any luck with… Read More »