Problem: Tried to read Sprinter CRD3P.B0 ECU with Autotuner. It reads OK but failed to save the file. Have this I/O error: The file could not be saved: I/O error. The file has been read and not saved properly. Any solution? Solution: Check the file directory. The file storage drive is out of space. Change… Read More »
Here is a user’s experience with Autotuner reading after a boot glitch unlocked by Flex. “I tried to test an Autotuner reading after a boot glitch with Flex MD1CS003 +2021 0281 037 200 It works perfectly. I had already tried before, it didn’t work but I understood why. If you unlock with Flex +… Read More »
Magic Motorsport Flex programmer released new Motorcycle bench protocols on August 26th, 2026. V8.14.0.0 Software New programming opportunities for the motorcycle world: version 8.14.0.0 of Flex introduces support in Bench for Marelli MBC1 and MBC2 control units installed on BMW Motorrad and Husqvarna vehicles. This new protocol allows you to work directly via pinout, simplifying programming operations and enabling the full read of the… Read More »
FormulaFlash ECU programmer will release new software version 1.2.1.0 on August 27th, 2026. UPDATE DATE: 2026.8.27 VERSION: 1.2.0.0 → 1.2.1.0 Update Feature: New DTC OFF ECUs Toyota Denso Gen1 OBD / BENCH support Expanded ECU protocol coverage 1. USER CENTER NEW DTC OFF SUPPORT 17 NEW ENTRIES EDC15C11 EDC15GP EDC15V EDC15C2 EDC15C3… Read More »
Formulaflash programmer software 1.2.0.0 released BMW 2021+ MDG1 ECU bench unlocking feature. Here is an example of a locked MD1CP032 ECU. Formuflash unlocks this ECU in bench mode; no opening ECU required. Quick search “Unlock” and select BMW bosch MD1CP032 ECU. Choose bench mode and check wiring diagram. Connect ECU with the Formuflash programmer via… Read More »
Magic Motorsport Flex support for the VAG Group expands even further. With version 8.13.0.0, it is now possible to program the Bosch MG1CS111 ECU, equipped with a TriCore TC298 processor. Thanks to Boot Glitch unlocking, it is possible to work on the ECU completely independently, including in Bench mode, without the need to ship it to our… Read More »
Formulaflash ecu programmer released a major software update V1.2.0.0 on August 19th, 2026. Updated BMW MD1/MG1 ECU bench unlocking without opening ECU. Bosch DDE8/DME8 B48 B58 ECUs now supported on bench mode. Supported ECU models: Bosch MD1CP032-TC299 Bosch MD1CS001-TC298 Bosch MG1CS024-TC298 Bosch MG1CS049-TC298 Bosch MG1CS201-TC298 Function: Bench unlock Read/write Flash + EEPROM Checksum… Read More »
It’s a BMW X7 from Vietnam. The original B58 DME is water-damaged. Unlocked the locked MG1CS024 ECU with Magic Motorsport Flex in boot glitch mode. Then read and write ECU on bench mode. Replaced the DME. FLEX is easy to read, FLEX is very stable, has unlocked hundreds of cars.
Magic Motorsport Flex unlocked Bosch MD1CS089 Isuzu ECU successfully. Boot glitch mode. Unlocked successfully No resistor. 2 units already unlocked using the old boot glitch scheme. Now Magic adds 2 more connections on the E Port (The new scheme adds 2 cables to the E port) . Update Flex software to latest version and apply… Read More »
Magic Motorsport Flex PSA EDC17C60 project completed: 1) EEPROM virginized 2) Full software update in bench mode 3) Immo-off in EEPROM to avoid issues with future dealer updates 4) Configuration change (automatic/manual transmission, standard key/keyless, etc.) 5) Programming the desired PIN into the ECU in bench mode
Flex boot glitch unlock review: 2024 bmw mg1cs201, first 3 glitch attempts no connection. Added 5 ohm resistor and within 10 seconds it connected to the DME. Full backup and unlock successfully. Checked flash and obd2 unlock bytes are same as pre-2020. Resistor add in between boot pin.
Magic Motorsport Flex updated the Chrysler GPEC5 ECM unlocking function recently. Here comes the latest user report: Everything ready to delimit RAM 1500 Rebel 5.7 V8 etorque, unlocking GPEC5 successfully. Unlock GPEC5 ECM in boot mode. Then read and write ok.
Read and write Lexus RX350 2023 Gen4 Denso ECU with OBDSTAR ECU Master successfully. Lexus RX350- 2023 Gen4 – R7F7 Flash Read ok Write ok Bench mode using PC software. Checksum calculation OK!
Reading Bosch MEVD17.2.3 TC1793 full Flash + EEPROM via FormulaFlash programmer on bench successfully. Manufacturer: Bosch Model: BMW 218i F45 2016 ECU: Bosch MEVD17.2.3 Microcontroller (MCU): Infineon Tricore TC1793 (BGA package) Application: BMW and Mini turbo/naturally aspirated gasoline engines (F-series platforms) Mode: Bench Read eeprom & flash ok. Write eeprom & flash ok. Checksum correction… Read More »
Magic Motorsport Flex boot glitch unlock new user report: Another Jaguar Bosch MD1CS017 locked ECU was unlocked in-house this morning. This one came in from another tuning company who needed the ECU unlocked so they could use their own Flex slave equipment to read and write the ECU. Once the unlocking process was completed, we… Read More »
