Autotuner Supports BMW ZF 8HP Gen3 TCU Virtual Read
New Autotuner protocol release.
After supporting
post-2020 BMW MDG1 units, it was time to focus on transmissions!
The ZF 8HP Gen3 TCUs found in BMW and Alpina vehicles are
now supported with virtual reading (VR) via OBD, using your
Autotuner Tool.
At last, you get a complete solution to tune both the engine
and the gearbox, perfect for attracting your new clients looking for the latest
BMW platforms.
Key Features:
Type: Transmission Control Unit
(TCU).
Mode: OBD VR.
Readout: Calibration.
MCU: TC275.
Write time
with unlocking: 3min.
Write time once unlocked: 1min.
Checksums
correction.
Back to stock function.
Compatibility List*
ALPINA Models: B5–2020 / B5 GT — 2023 / B7–2020 / B8–2023 /
XB7–2020
Engine: 4.4T
BMW Models: 1-Serie — 2017 / 3-Serie — 2019 / 4-Serie — 2019 / 4 Gran
Coupé-Serie — 2019 / 5-Serie — 2016 / 6 GT-Serie — 2017 / 7-Serie — 2015 /
8-Serie — 2019 / M2–2023 / M3–2021 / M4–2021 / M5–2017 / M8–2019 / X3–2018 /
X3M — 2017 / X4–2018 / X4M — 2019 / X5–2018–2023 / X5 M — 2021–2023 /
X6–2019–2023 / X6 M — 2021–2023 / X7–2019 / Z4–2019
Engines: 20i (2.0T) EU6d
/ 30i (2.0T) EU6d / 30d / 40d / M40i / 4.4 (M / M Competition / CS / CSL) / 3.0T
(M / M Competition / CS)
*The list of vehicles may evolve over time.
EMS3160 ECU: Autotuner or Flex for Read/ Write?
As titled, Flex and Autotuner which is better to read and write Renault / Dacia / Mitsubishi Continental EMS3160 ECU? OBD or bench?
Autotuner is better on this ECU.
Use AT, 99% of chance VR will be
available.
Autotuner>CMD>Flex, in this order.
Obd and bench
are based on VR.
Flex does not work on some versions.
There is no VR in Flex for this
version.
Fix Autotuner OBD Write Error on PSA DCM7.1A
Problem:
It’s a Peugeot 508 keyless model. Autotuner read DCM7.1A — Delphi OK via OBD, unlock ECU ok, but fail to OBD write after unlocking ECU.
Solution:
You have to hold and press key against the column the entire
time if the writing yes.
Follow instructions exactly.
Hold the key in your hand throughout the writing process.
Always works
with key held against column, it shows on autotuner instructions where to hold
key.
Try holding key next to steering column as shown, and see if dash lights
up
If lights come on you can rewrite the file with key again just make sure
key is exactly where is should be as shown.
New KESS3 Protocol for Iveco Daily EDC17CP52 ECUs
Alientech KESS3 released new protocol for Bosch EDC17CP52- Iveco Daily 2.3 and 3.0 FPT.
Work in OBD, BENCH, and BOOT modes, now also with KESS3 truck and agri
activation, on Iveco commercial vehicles for complete control over the most
common FPT engines in Europe.
Full access for EDC17CP52 ECUs
Read, write,
and clone safely and reliably
Ideal for repair, maintenance, and performance
optimization.
15.10.2025 — UPGRADE 2.49
KESS3 now also supports the EDC17CP52, giving you full control over the entire 2.3 and 3.0 FPT range, available with the KESS3 Truck/Agri activation (for vehicles over 3.5 tonnes).
You can work on Daily vehicles from the 4th to the 5th generation (from 2009 onwards) using OBD, BENCH and BOOT, with the flexibility required for any type of operation:
OBD, for fast and safe operations directly via diagnostics, BENCH or BOOT,
for complete access to the file and to manage vehicles that do not communicate
via OBD.
A protocol that allows you to perform reading, writing and cloning
operations with total reliability, reducing workshop time and increasing your
daily productivity.
Technical focus
Connection: OBD/BENCH/BOOT
ECU: Bosch
EDC17CP52
Production years: from 2009
Brands involved: Iveco
Supported vehicles
Iveco Daily 40C, 45C, 50C, 60C, 65C,
70C
CG100X Activated but Not Authorized? Fix Guide
Problem: CG100X programmer has been activated but the device is not working, still asks for authorization. Any solution?
Solution:
1.Provide CG100X device serial number to www.iecutoo.eu customer service to verify the device has been activated successfully.
2.If the device has been activated, go to Settings- About- Check and Fix to fix software. Then try again.
