KESS3 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I interface and program the control units?
With KESS3 you can program the engine control units (ECU) or transmission control unit (TCU) in three different ways:
OBD – With the OBD mode, you can easily access all the ECU data through the diagnostic socket.
BENCH – With the Bench mode you can access the ECU data directly from the connector
BOOT – With Boot mode, with the engine control unit opened, you could connect directly to all the memories of ECU/TCU.
2. What is the difference between Master and Slave?
As a Master user, you can read the files in clear. This allows you to operate independently in order to remap and reprogram the ECU with modified files. As a slave user, only your master will be able to decrypt your files. (Recommended choice for taking the first steps in chiptuning, supported by your Master)
3. Can I update slave version to Master version?
Yes, you need pay the price difference to update it.
4. I have kess3 slave, if i buy kess 3 master from you, can you bind my slave one to the master?
Yes, we can do this
5. Can i activate master license and slave license to the same device?
No, you cannot.
6. Can I unbind license if i purchase kess3 from othe dealer, then purchase license from you?
No possible to unbind device no matter where you buy the machine. You can only buy license and subscription from your own supplier
7. Can i use the tool if subscription expires?
Yes, afte the subscription runs out, you still can use it and will have access to all the protocols you had until its expiration date,but if you want to use the latest update softwrae, you need pay new subscription. And after subscription expires, the VR files not possible.
Moreover, won’t have access to:
– technical assistance
– VR function
– Cloning
– All the online services such as ORI file download.
8. If my subscription expires on 1 Nov, 23, I don’t renew it until 1 May 24, when does the new subscription expire?
From day it ran out.
9. If when my master kess3 subscription is due in Oct, 11th, 2023 and l decide not to carry on paying. Can i have all the protocol updates if I pay for the subscription 6 month later?
Yes, you will have all protocols from expiry to renewal period.
10. How to check device serial number?
SN is on the back of the kess3 unit, or check in AlienSuite software.
11. What types of vehicles are supported?
Alientech supports hundreds of thousands of vehicles. Not only engine control units, but also transmission control units equipped on cars, motorcycles, tractors, trucks and boats. To know all the vehicles that Alientech supports, you can easily consult our vehicle list.
12. I own KESSv2 / K-TAG. How can I get KESS3?
For all our customers who own a KESSv2 or K-TAG product we have created an trade-in program for your instruments. By choosing to replace KESSv2 and / or K-TAG, you will get a discount on the value of your new KESS3 configuration. Discover the discount reserved for you.
13.I am a KESSv2 / K-TAG customer, but the subscription has expired. Can I get the new tool?
Yes, even for you, during the trade-in phase there is an enhancement of the instrument regardless of the validity of your instrument.
14. Are my old KESSv2 / K-TAG accessories compatible with KESS3?
YES. All KESSV2 or K-TAG accessories are and will be compatible with KESS3.
15. I own KESSv2 / K-TAG. Is there an operating deadline?
The K-suite software and the all related services and infrastructures will continue to be updated and totally functional. After your subscription will be expired, it will no longer be possible to download new protocols
16. Technical specification KESS3
Interface
- DB25 connector
- Tyco 12 connector
- USB 2.0 type B connector
Compatible operating systems
- 32-bit or 64-bit editions of Windows 11 and Windows 10
- RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit OS or 2 GB for 64-bit OS
- Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster
- Hard disk space: 200 MB
- 1 USB port
- Microsoft® Edge®
- Active Internet connection
Optional System Requirements
- Bluetooth V4.2 BR/EDR and Bluetooth LE
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Alientech Srl does not guarantee the correct functioning of the software on operating systems that are not indicated in the table above.
Environmental conditions
- Temperature range of us: -10°C/+50°C – 14°F/122°F
- Storage temperature rang: -20°C/+70°C – -4°F/158°F
- Maximum usage humidit: 60%
- Operating altitude: max. 5000 m/16400 ft
- Degree of waterproofin: IP X0
ALIENTECH KESS V3 Feedback:
so far tested old edc15p obd
fiat 9gf_t7 bench
edc17c64 boot and bench
insignia edc17c19 bench
old jag delhi mpc555 bdm fail but ktag worked
mazda r2ak under r2ab obd ok
peugeot dmc3.5 obd ok
psa edc17c10 obd , write 30 seconds ish ok
renault edc17c42 obd ok
ford dcm6.1 obd ok
JAGUAR MEDC17.9 BENCH OK
AUDI EDC17C46 BENCH OK
AUDI EDC16CP34 BENCH OK
RENAULT MASTER SID310 BOOT OK
BMW G11 MD1 BENCH OK
NEW 2021 MIN F54 LCI MG1 NOT OK (BUT FLEX TO)
CITROEN EDC17C60 BENCH OK
FORD sid209 obd locked ecu, no recovery
(Use TGflash for FORD SID209 (over OBD) with full recovery — Tactrix OpenPort 2 will work fine)
CNH edc16 and EDC7, not wok recovery original and recorded with kess v2 work
VAG med17.5.5 not read boot, ktag work read
BMW Mevd17.1.2 obd not work
marelli 6jf in bench does not work
marelli 6f3 in bench does not work does not connect and in bdm does not calculate the chk
mjd603 works with bdm connected for cloning
crd1.1 on bench but using obd worked
FIAT MJ8F3 BENCH OK
AUDI EDC17CP14 BENCH OK
OPEL EDC16C9 BENCH OK
FORD SID208 BENCH OK
PSA SID208 BENCH OK
FORD MED17.2.2 BENCH OK
OPEL EDC16C39 BENCH OK
FIAT 9DF (AFTER 2021) BENCH NOT OK BUT FLEX TO FAIL
I´ve done many SID 206 Ford all ok with Kess 3
Sid209 ford no read boot mode, read password failed for OBD…With sid 208 ford bench I had no problems but sid 208 PSA I tried endless connections until I was able to write.
To be continued…
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