Autotuner New Function: Read Ford Ranger MD1CP062 ECU

Ford Ranger Super Duty (MD1CP062): Live via OBD on the Autotuner tool!
The coverage of our Ford MD1CP062 protocol is expanding on your AutoTuner Tool & on the One ! The king of heavy towing is joining the compatibility list.

Tune the massive torque of the new Ford Ranger Super Duty equipped with the mighty 3.0 V6 Ecoblue engine. A fast, simple, and ultra-reliable solution directly through the diagnostic port!

Update your tools today and unlock the full potential of this extreme pick-up truck.

Key Features:
Type: Engine Control Unit (ECU)
Mode: OBD NR
Readout: Software + Calibration
MCU: TC389
Read time: 7min
Write time: 3min 30sec
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Compatibility List*:
Ford Model: Ranger Super Duty
Ford Engine: 3.0 V6 Ecoblue
*The list may evolve over time.

For our customers in the USA and Canada, this update expands an already massive lineup of supported Ford ECUs, and offers a way to tune that feels a little more American in spirit.
Keep more of what you earn on every flash instead of paying for expensive flashing devices, credits and recurring fees. You also retain the freedom to work with a standard, unencrypted binary.
More coverage, more control and lower costs for both tuners and their customers.

AutoTuner Solution: VAG MD1CS004 Authentication Error

Alientech KESS3 released new Boot protocol for AC Delco E67- GM platforms.

Expand your workshop possibilities with the new BOOT protocol dedicated to AC Delco E67 ECUs. Designed to guarantee full ECU access even in the most complex configurations, now alongside OBD communication.

• Read and write on AC Delco E67 in BOOT mode
• Stable and reliable procedures on complex GM systems
• Full engine management control on GM vehicles from 2006+, from 2.4L to 6.2L engines

30.01.2026 — Upgrade 2.84

This development focuses on the many GM platforms from 2006 onwards, covering a wide range of engines from 2.4 to 6.2 liters.

Alongside the already available OBD communication, BOOT mode is now introduced, designed to ensure full access to the ECU even in the most complex configurations. An update that significantly expands operational possibilities on SUVs, sedans, and ultra high-performance vehicles in the American market, providing stable and reliable procedures on one of the most widespread ECU families within the GM group.

A concrete solution to effectively handle operations on vehicles that have historically been complex and highly valuable for workshops.

Technical focus

Connection: BOOT
ECU: AC Delco E67
Production years: from 2006
Brands involved: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Holden, Hummer, Isuzu, Pontiac, Saturn

Supported vehicles ECU

Buick Lacrosse, Lucerne, Rainier, Terraza, Verano
Cadillac CTS-V, DTS, XRS, STS, XLR
Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, Impala, Montecarlo, Trailblazer, Uplander
GMC Acadia, Envoy, Savana
Holden Commodore VE
Hummer H3
Isuzu Ascender GMT360, Ascender GMT370
Pontiac G6, G8, Grand Prix, Montana
Saturn Aura, Ion, Outlook, Relay, Sky, Vue

 

Fix AutoTuner Software Crashed When Reading ECU

Problem: Still having issues with autotuner, it stuck on reading ECU page and crashed. maybe someone been through this?

Solution:

Delete Autotuner, re-install software and try new USB cable.

AutoTuner BMW ZF 6HP TCU OBD Read Now Available

Wrapping up the year with a long-awaited release!

ZF 6HP TCUs, used in BMW E-Series (and Alpina) automatic gearboxes, are now supported with Normal Read (NR) via OBD using your AutoTuner Tool.

Protocol status: This release is available as an Open BETA. It is immediately accessible to all users, as the protocol has proven to be stable and fully operational.

That said, since not every variant could be tested in-house, your feedback will be highly valuable to help us confirm full coverage.

A little end-of-year gift for all our users.

Key Features:

Type: Transmission Control Unit (TCU)
Mode: OBD NR
Readout: Calibration
MCU: MPC562
Read time: 2min
Write time: 45sec
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Compatibility List*

BMW Models:
1-serie — 2005 / 1-serie — 2007 / 3-serie — 1998 / 3-serie — 2005 / 3-serie — 2008 / 5-serie — 1995 / 5-serie — 2003 / 6-serie — 2004 / 6-serie — 2011 / 7-serie — 2001 / 7-serie — 2008 / X1–2009 / X3–2003 / X4–2014 / X5–2000 / X5–2007 / X5–2010 / X5 M — 2008 / X6–2008 / X6–2014 / X6 M — 2008 / Z4–2002

BMW Engines:
18i / 20d / 20i / 23i / 25d / 25i / 25i (2.5) / 25i (3.0) / 28i / 30d / 30i / 30sd / 30si / 3.0si / 35d / 35i (N54) / 35i Twinscroll (N55) / 40d / 40i / 45d / 45i / 50i / 60i / 735i / 4.4i / 4.4 (M) / 4.6is / 4.8i / 4.8is

Alpina Models:
B3–2007 / B3 S — 2008 / B5–2010 / B6 S — 2009 / B7–2010

Alpina Engines:
35i (N54) / 4.4 V8 bi-turbo

 

Fix AutoTuner No Crank No Start on Mercedes ME9.7

Problem: Tried to read and write 2006 Mercedes E-Class 350 w211 MED9.7 ECU with Autotuner programmer via OBD.
I wrote the tuned file and got no crank no start.
I can’t read ID or write back original now.
Any help?

Solution:

SOLVED: unplug battery 10mins and I was able to write again. Issue- bad file.

For this protocol, it is always just bench these, ECU is easy to get too so just as quick and safe plus full back up so win win.