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KESS3 Update 2019- Iveco Daily MD1CS069 ECU on Bench

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… Read More »

Autotuner Failed to Read VW Golf8 MD1CS004 ECU?

Problem: It’s a VW Golf 8 year 2022. Autotuner reads MCU ID on bench, but fails to read ECU data. Error authentication error. Any solution? Solution: The ECU hardware number is 309AA and the hardware version is H80. H80 309 AA ecu is locked. 309AA is not supported at the moment.

Autotuner Read and Write Mazda CX-5 Denso SH12 ECU

It’s a Mazda CX-5 2.2 Skyactiv-D 175cv. Reading / Writing ECU OK with Autotuner. Calculator: SH9N Tool: Autotuner Protocol used: Denso SH12 (beta). Despite the reference (SH9N), communication and programming go well with the SH12 protocol in beta version. Reading done without any problems. Successfully validated writing. FAP OFF successfully completed.

KESS3 Update Alfa Romeo ZF8HP75 TCU via OBD!

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,… Read More »

FormulaFlash V1.1.5.0 Adds GPEC4 EMS3130 etc ECUs

Formulaflash ECU programmer released a new software version V1.1.5.0 on March 21st, 2026.   Formula Flash 1.1.5.0: FRESH ARRIVALS UPDATE NEW BRAND ADDITION MARELLI DELPHI CONTINENTAL No.1 MARELLI MARELLI 8DF (Boot Read and Write/CheckSum) MARELLI 8DS (Boot Read and Write/CheckSum) MARELLI 8F2 (Boot Read and Write/CheckSum) MARELLI 8F3 (Boot Read and Write/CheckSum) MARELLI 8GMF MPC5565… Read More »

Autotuner vs Dimsport The Genius

In the ECU/TCU reprogramming world, two modern all-in-one tools stand out: AutoTuner and Dimsport’s The Genius (the brand-new tablet). Both deliver full OBD + Bench + Boot/Open mode coverage in a single device — no more juggling separate hardware like older setups.   The big split? One is a fast, laptop-powered “black box” with zero… Read More »

Xhorse Multi Prog Clone Audi A6 Encrypted BCM2 Success

Confirmed! Xhorse Multi prog with GEN2 BCM2 adapter clone encrypted Audi BCM2!!! Audi A6 2016 – Encrypted BCM2 3635/0825. Read old BCM2 and write DFLASH and PFLASH to new BCM2. But before write have to “Erase Chip” manual. Multiprog software have default option “ERASE BEFORE PROGRAMMING”…but not work. Need manual erase chip.  

KESS3 Datalogging is Landing Soon

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.… Read More »

Kess3 or Autotuner for Starting Out?

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… Read More »