ECU Tuning Tools Compatibility List
What ECU programmer should I use to read the Mercedes Benz C-Class W205 220 CDI 170 HP?
Our answer: Kess3, AutoTuner, Flex and many others
A BMW 5 Series G30 525d 231 HP has come to my garage! What is the suitable ECU programming tool to read this car?
Our answer: Flex and AutoTuner, the best options for this model.
What programmer should I use to read the Audi A4, B9 3L TDI Quattro 218 HP? Internal flash, EEPROM, or full backup? Which one should I read and write?
Our answer: AutoTuner, Flex and Kess3. If you only need stage tuning, internal flash may be sufficient, but if you need a specific solution, read and write a full backup.
These are questions that our experts are asked daily, over and over again, and we are happy that you ask us these questions because it shows your trust in us, and we are always glad to help you.
However, we want to guide you in this article so that you also know our resources for answering these questions, so you can make someone happy in the future too!!
ECU Tuning Tools Compatibility List:
Today, there are many ECU tuning tools available in the market, but many of these tools are copies of larger programmers (for example, there are numerous clone versions of the powerful B-Flash programmer). Almost all of these programming tools, whether the best or the fakes, have a list that specifies the ECUs they can read and write. In fact, these lists not only include the brand and model of the ECUs but also provide complete information about the brand and model of the ECU, read and write protocols, engine code, microprocessor information, EEPROM data, and connection modes. This information is available not only for ECUs but also for TCUs; it is only necessary for your programming tool to support that specific brand and type of TCU. Typically, ECU tuning tools compatibility lists are organized alphabetically by the brand name of the manufacturing company. Therefore, you just need to search for one piece of information that you are sure is correct in the compatibility list to see all the other available information.
Below is the compatibility list link for some of the best ECU programming tools available in the market.
Autotuner compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
One of the best ECU tuning programmers on the market! Take a close look at the Autotuner compatibility list!
Autotuner ECU Compatibility List
Autotuner ECU Compatibility List PDF
Kess3 compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
A relatively new product from the well-established company Alientech! One of the most comprehensive lists!
https://www.alientech-tools.com/docs/atsuite/Vehicles-list.pdf
Flex compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
If we overlook the strange virtual read of some files, Flex is also among the best in the ECU tuning tools market!
Magicmotorsport Flex vehicle and services list
NewGenius compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
A product from the Dimsport company for reading and writing through OBD mode. For bench mode and boot mode, you need to check the compatibility list of Newtrasdata, another product from Dimsport.
Dimsport ECU Compatibility List
b-Flash compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
Many companies have copied this programmer, so remember the b-Flash compatibility list!
CMD Flash Compatibility List:
One of the best and most flawless programmers for ECU and TCU of European cars, especially German products, is produced by the Swiss company "Flashtec," and its programmer is called CMD Flash. For the vehicles it supports, CMD Flash is one of the most hassle-free and fastest ECU programming tools on the market, and of course, one of the most expensive as well.
If you have your own ECU tuning workshop, be sure to check the CMD Flash compatibility list!
CMD Flash ECU Compatibility List
PCM Flash Compatibility List:
The Russian company PCM, known not only for its programmer but also for its peculiar support, has taken an interesting approach to selling its programmer by offering it as separate options for various ECUs to reduce the product price. There are nearly 100 different modules available for various vehicles, and by purchasing each module, you will be able to read and write the brands and ECUs related to that brand.
Additionally, this company has been a pioneer in innovating the read and write capabilities for many brands, ECUs, and TCUs, making it a good option for Chinese cars, Honda, Toyota, and Nissan. PCM Flash also benefits from a very good archive of VR files.
Please refer to this link for the PCM Flash compatibility list ,and feel free to contact us for more information.
PCM Flash ECU Compatibility List
DFOX compatibility list (Supported ECUs):
This programmer may not be on par with the quality of the aforementioned ECU programmers, but it is certainly one of the most competitive options on the market.
Modes for Reading and Writing ECU Files:
After finding the answer to the question "Which ECU programming tool should I use to read the Audi A4 B9, TDI Quattro?", you might be wondering: "Which mode should I use to read and write it?!"
This is where you need to refer back to the compatibility list of your ECU programmer, because, as mentioned, the required method for reading and writing each ECU or vehicle is specified in all compatibility lists of tuning tool manufacturers.
However, this will only help you know the answer to your question and will not provide a practical guide for carrying out this task, as you will need other things if you require reading and writing the ECU through bench mode or boot mode. But to understand "what you need," let's first review the three possible scenarios for reading and writing the ECU:
OBD Mode:
In this mode, you can read the ECU file using the OBD programmer cable through the vehicle's OBD port.
Bench Mode:
To read and write in Bench Mode, you need to disconnect the vehicle from the ECU. Then, following the instructions, you must connect the relevant cables to read and write the ECU through Bench Mode or pinout.
Boot Mode:
In this mode, similar to Bench Mode, you need to disconnect the ECU from the vehicle. However, the difference in this mode is that in Boot Mode, you need to remove the ECU cover to access the board, ICs, and other components of the ECU so that you can read and write the ECU correctly using the instructions.
Now that you have learned the differences between boot mode, bench mode, and OBD, we can continue with our work!
Suppose you need to read an ECU via bench mode or boot mode. How do you know which connectors to attach to which pins, or even which wire to solder to which part of the ECU?!
For this, you need the structure lists from each company, which correspond to every option from any programmer you have purchased. You can view the structure list in the interface of that specific programmer. This list contains detailed information on how to read and write from each ECU that the company supports, including information on how to connect each connector to the related pin for read and write operations via boot mode and bench mode. Below you can see an example of this structure in the Kess3 ECU programmer.
Please note the following:
Sometimes you may (or need to) write a file that you have read through bench or boot mode using the OBD option. This is possible, but the reverse is not true; you cannot write a file that you have read through the OBD option using bench or boot mode.
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FAQs:
How can I find the compatibility list for the tuning tool I have in mind?
You can find it through the company's website or through websites that sell ECU programmers. In this article, we have provided links to the compatibility lists of some of the best ECU programmers for you.
What is the difference between EEPROM and full read backup?
In a full backup, you have access to the most complete file available for the ECU, and for some services, you need this type of file. However, in EEPROM, compared to the full read backup file, you do not have access to some information. For a more detailed explanation, you can read the article "Common mistakes in reading and writing ECU File".
Can I write a file that I have read through bench mode using OBD? What about boot mode?
Yes, if such a feature is defined in your programming tool, this is possible, but the reverse is not possible.
