World Exclusive! Alientech KESS3 ecu programmer introduces the Bench protocol for 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 additional cost per ECU
Once the ECU is connected in Bench mode, the operator can proceed directly with Virtual Reading and writing operations using Alientech Suite.
The protocol is already available for both Master and Slave, for KESS3 users with CAR-LCV Boot & Bench activation and an active subscription.
A further step in Alientech’s chosen direction
With this release, Alientech confirms a clear vision: providing workshops with tools that allow them to work more independently, more efficiently and with greater operational control, without unnecessary complications and without hidden costs related to each individual job.
Support for Continental SID212 fits perfectly within this approach, offering professionals a practical, immediate solution aligned with the real needs of the market.
The protocol is already available inside Alientech Suite, together with the dedicated technical documentation.
Technical focus
- Connection: BENCH
- ECU: Continental SID212
- Production years: from 2017
- Brands involved: Ford
Supported vehicles
Ford Focus, Galaxy, Mondeo, Ranger, Transit, S-Max, Kuga, Edge, Focus ST, Ranger T6, Transit Custom, Tourneo Custom, Ranger Raptor.
