Coding and programming

Vehicle coding, configuration, and ECU programming devices

Distinguish between mobile Mercedes OBD usage, vehicle configuration, supported module coding operations, and ECU programming expectations to determine the appropriate device class.

Device Classes

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OEMKESS V2 Master ECU Programming and Chip Tuning DeviceKESS V2 Master 5.017 is an OEM production Euro Clone, Red Board ECU programming device used for reading and writing via OBD on supported ECU protocols. It is not the current official Alientech KESS3.XhorseXhorse Multi-Prog ECU TCU and EEPROM Programming DeviceThe Xhorse Multi-Prog XDMPG0GL is a professional programming device developed for reading, writing, and cloning on supported ECU and TCU modules, as well as for EEPROM, MCU, immobilizer, and dashboard data operations.MagicmotorsportMagicmotorsport FLEX ECU OBD/Bench Slave PackageThe Magicmotorsport FLEX Slave package combines FLEX and FlexBox hardware with an ECU OBD/Bench Slave license for reading and writing supported engine control units in cars, light commercial vehicles, and motorcycles via OBD or Bench connection.

What to check when choosing a device

First, clearly define the intended operation; in-vehicle configuration, module coding, and benchtop ECU read-write do not use the same device and connection method.

Operation type
Vehicle and module coverage
Connection method
Software and support

Products

Vehicle coding, configuration, and ECU programming device models

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Model	Level	Usage	Price	View
KESS V2 Master ECU Programming and Chip Tuning DeviceOEM	Professional	OBD reading on supported ECUs Taking original file backup	≈ $2029,990 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excluded	View
KTAG Master ECU Programming and Chip Tuning DeviceOEM	Professional	Bench connection on supported ECUs Protocol-based Bench, Boot, or BDM	≈ $2029,990 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excluded	View
Xhorse Multi-Prog ECU TCU and EEPROM Programming DeviceXhorse	Professional	ECU and TCU read-write-clone EEPROM and MCU operations	≈ $99649,240 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excluded	View
Magicmotorsport FLEX ECU OBD/Bench Slave PackageMagicmotorsport	Professional	ECU OBD read and write Bench programming without opening the cover	≈ $2,121104,828 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excluded	View
MBito OBDMBito	Specialty operation	Explore hidden features Connect with the app	≈ $1728,500 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excluded	View
Magicmotorsport FLEX ECU OBD/Bench Master PackageMagicmotorsport	Professional	ECU OBD read and write Bench programming without opening the cover	Price information	View
CGDI FC200 ECU Programming and Chip Tuning DeviceCGDI	Professional	ECU and EGS read-write-clone OBD, Bench, and Boot connection	Out of stock	View
AutoTuner Tool Master and Slave ECU Programming DeviceAutoTuner	Professional	ECU and TCU OBD read-write Bench connection without opening the cover	Out of stock	View

OEM

KESS V2 Master ECU Programming and Chip Tuning Device

KESS V2 Master 5.017 is an OEM production Euro Clone, Red Board ECU programming device used for reading and writing via OBD on supported ECU protocols. It is not the current official Alientech KESS3.

OBD reading on supported ECUs
Taking original file backup
ECU writing by protocol

≈ $2029,990 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excludedIn stock

OEM

KTAG Master ECU Programming and Chip Tuning Device

KTAG Master 7.020 is an OEM production Euro Clone, Red Board ECU programming device used for reading and writing via bench connection on supported ECUs. It is not the current official Alientech product.

Bench connection on supported ECUs
Protocol-based Bench, Boot, or BDM
ECU file reading and backup

≈ $2029,990 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excludedIn stock

Xhorse

Xhorse Multi-Prog ECU TCU and EEPROM Programming Device

The Xhorse Multi-Prog XDMPG0GL is a professional programming device developed for reading, writing, and cloning on supported ECU and TCU modules, as well as for EEPROM, MCU, immobilizer, and dashboard data operations.

ECU and TCU read-write-clone
EEPROM and MCU operations
Immobilizer and dashboard module data

≈ $99649,240 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excludedIn stock

Magicmotorsport

Magicmotorsport FLEX ECU OBD/Bench Slave Package

The Magicmotorsport FLEX Slave package combines FLEX and FlexBox hardware with an ECU OBD/Bench Slave license for reading and writing supported engine control units in cars, light commercial vehicles, and motorcycles via OBD or Bench connection.

ECU OBD read and write
Bench programming without opening the cover
Encrypted file transfer with Master file service

≈ $2,121104,828 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excludedIn stock

MBito

MBito OBD

MBito OBD is an OBD adapter used for personalization, coding, and fault logging operations via a mobile application on supported Mercedes vehicles.

Explore hidden features
Connect with the app
Usage for Mercedes

≈ $1728,500 TL charged · VAT included · import duties excludedIn stock

Magicmotorsport

Magicmotorsport FLEX ECU OBD/Bench Master Package

The Magicmotorsport FLEX Master package combines FLEX, FlexBox, and the FLS0.1M license for reading and writing supported engine ECUs in cars, light commercial vehicles, and motorcycles via OBD or Bench connection, enabling independent operation with open file flow.

ECU OBD read and write
Bench programming without opening the cover
Independent calibration flow with open BIN file

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CGDI

CGDI FC200 ECU Programming and Chip Tuning Device

CGDI FC200 is a professional programming device developed for reading, writing, and cloning via OBD, Bench, and Boot on supported ECU and EGS modules; it also features Bosch ECU search, online checksum, and specific BMW ISN operations.

ECU and EGS read-write-clone
OBD, Bench, and Boot connection
Bosch ECU search and checksum

Out of stockOut of stock

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AutoTuner

AutoTuner Tool Master and Slave ECU Programming Device

AutoTuner Tool is a professional ECU programming device that performs read-write operations on supported engine and transmission control units via OBD, Bench, and Boot, with the option of open file Master or linked file service Slave.

ECU and TCU OBD read-write
Bench connection without opening the cover
Boot access at board level

Out of stockOut of stock

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Selection Guide

Difference between ECU programming, coding, and configuration

Configuration can change a supported setting of a feature already present in the vehicle; coding may require matching a control unit to the vehicle's hardware. ECU read-write, on the other hand, is a different and riskier operation that accesses the control unit's memory content. The product scope should only be evaluated for the operation it explicitly supports based on these terms.

Vehicle configuration
Module coding
ECU read-write
Supported scope

Selection Guide

Separate on-vehicle and benchtop connections

The operation performed via the OBD socket is not the same as bench or boot connection to a removed control unit. Cable, adapter, power supply, and software requirements may vary. Before purchasing a device, the module to be operated on and the connection method must be documented in the product documentation.

OBD Connection
Bench or boot connection
Adapter and power supply
Module verification

Selection Guide

Plan data and power security during programming

Interruption of connection or supply voltage during a write operation can render the control unit inoperable. Before the operation, vehicle and module identity, backup option, stable power supply, recovery method, and technical support scope must be verified.

Identity verification
Backup
Stable Power
Recovery and support

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