Flex Software Freezes? Try These Solutions

Problem: The screen suddenly goes a bit darker and the Flex programmer software app freezes. At the same time, the USB and update icons start flashing red. It only started doing this in the last couple of days. Any ideas what could be causing it?

Solution:

1). The laptop is on standby. Quick reboot and its fine.

2). You are running it in browser. Use the software application.

3). Flex suggests uninstalling everything and doing a clean install.

If problem exists, contact Flex technical support.

FormulaFlash Read and Write Hyundai MED17.9.8 ECU

FormulaFlash read and write Hyundai/Kia KEFICO ECU successfully.

Full Flash + EEPROM read on Bosch MED17.9.8 (TC1767) via Formula Flash.
Supports Bench / Boot mode with automatic checksum.

Here read and write on bench mode ok.

IMMO OFF ok

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Flex V8.16.0.0 Add MG1CA920 SPC58N Boot Unlock Using Korhex

With Magic Motorsport Flex version 8.16.0.0, Korhex extends support to new-generation SPC58N microprocessors.

New support for Bosch MG1CA920 on Rotax engines.

Flex version 8.16.0.0 is now available

With the latest Flex update, Korhex extends support to new-generation SPC58N microprocessors.

The Bosch MG1CA920 control unit from the BRP Group, used on Rotax engines, is now supported with a new dedicated procedure.

Thanks to Flex + Korhex, connection is simpler and more direct: there is no longer any need to remove the resistor on the PCB or manually solder the Boot point.

Fewer steps. More autonomy in the workshop.

Order Korhex and manage the unlocking of supported control units in complete autonomy.

If you are a Flex Full customer, the license is already included in your subscription.

Position Korhex, follow the Flex-guided procedure, and access the SPC58N microprocessor.

Order Korhex, connect it to Flex, and manage the unlocking procedure in complete autonomy.

To access the protocol, you need either the FLS0.20 license or the Flex Full FLS0.5 configuration.

Key Insights:

• BRP Bosch MG1CA920 SPC58N
• Working Mode: Boot Glitch
• Memories: Read/Write/Checksum Internal Flash, Read/Write Internal EEPROM, Full Backup
• Licenses: FLS0.20M/S — FLS0.5M/S
• Connect/Glitch Time: ~ 40 seconds
• Reading Time: ~ 2 minutes
• Writing Time: ~ 2 minutes

Some of the supported vehicles:

• Can-Am Maverick Turbo RR (II) (2022MY) 0.9L Rotax 12v 197HP
• Sea-Doo Switch Sport (I) (2022MY) 1.6L Rotax 1630 ACE 12v 168HP
• Ski-Doo Expedition (IV) (2024MY) 0.9L Rotax 900 ACE Turbo R 12v 177HP

KESS3 Update OBD Protocol for BMW Mini MD1CS001 "Locked" ECUs

Alientech KESS3 released a new OBD protocol for Bosch MD1CS001 locked ECUs with KESS3 and Powergate.

The Bosch MD1CS001 ECUs fitted to recent BMW and Mini diesel applications with 1.5L and 2.0L B37 and B47 engines can now be read and written directly via OBD after the initial BENCH unlock with the dedicated KESS3 protocol. This is the first of several releases for these ECUs.

• Unlock the ECU first in BENCH, then continue with reading and writing directly via OBD.
• Make subsequent tuning operations faster and more direct, without accessing the ECU in BENCH again.
• Extend the programming service to your End-Users with Powergate on supported applications.

With KESS3, you can now read and write via OBD the MD1CS001 "Locked" ECUs fitted to 1.5L and 2.0L diesel engines from the B37 and B47 families.

The new OBD protocol therefore integrates with the BENCH mode already available: first unlock the Bosch MD1CS001 "Locked", then read and write from the diagnostic port with KESS3 and Powergate.

This release is the first in a series of developments dedicated to these ECUs.

The new protocol is available to KESS3 users with CAR OBD + BENCH/BOOT activation and an active subscription.

Powergate users can access the protocol after unlocking with KESS3, provided that the relevant Powergate Manager has CAR BENCH/BOOT activation.

Technical focus

• Connection: OBD
• ECU: Bosch MD1CS001
• Production years: dal 2021
• Brands involved: BMW, Mini

Supported vehicles

• BMW 1-Series, 2-Series, 3-Series, 4-Series, 5-Series, 6-Series, X1, X2, X3, X4
• Mini Cooper D, Cooper D Clubman, Cooper D Countryman, Cooper SD Clubman, Cooper SD Countryman, One D, One D Clubman, One D Countryman

Autotuner Add Bench Mode Read for ECM4 Heavy Duty ECU

We are thrilled to announce official support for Bosch ECM4 ECUs powering Renault, Volvo and Mack Trucks platforms via 100% Bench Normal Read (NR) on your AutoTuner Tool.

Take control over long-haul commercial platforms on your AutoTuner Tool! Bosch ECM4 ECUs powering 13L Euro 6 engines across Renault Trucks, Volvo Trucks & Mack Trucks lineups are now supported in Bench mode (Normal Read).

This release unlocks high-demand 13-liter Euro 6 engine platforms (DTI13 for Renault Trucks, D13K for Volvo Trucks & MP8 for Mack Trucks).

Method: Bench (Normal Read / Write)
ECU Model: Bosch ECM4
Target Engines: Renault DTI13, Volvo D13K (Euro 6) & Mack MP8
Clean Workflow: Direct pinout connection — no ECU opening needed.

Supported Fleet Highlights:
Renault Trucks: T-Series, C-Series, K-Series & D-Series
Volvo Trucks: FH New Generation & FMX
Mack Trucks: Anthem & Pinnacle

Key Features

Type: Engine Control Unit (ECU)
Mode: Bench NR
Readout: Calibration
MCU: TC299
Read time: 3min 15sec
Write time: 1min 30sec
Checksums correction
Backup Creation

Supported Heavy Duty Lineup (Bosch ECM4):

Renault Trucks (DTI13 440 / 480 / 520 & DTI13 TC 480 Engines):

C-Series (2013+)
D-Series (2013+)
K-Series (2015+)
T-Series (2013+)

Volvo Trucks (D13K 460 / 500 Engines):

FH New Generation (2013+)
FMX (2015+)

Mack Trucks (13L MP8 415 / 445 / 505 Engines) :

Anthem (2025+)
Pinnacle (2025+)

Update your Tool software today and elevate your commercial vehicle tuning business!