Kess 290 New ((exclusive))
the KESS3 (2026) to older Alientech tools in more detail.
Previously, tuners needed the for OBD programming and a KTAG for bench/boot programming. The new KESS 3 combines all three modes—OBD, Bench, and Boot—into a single, unified tool. This versatility allows you to work on nearly any ECU or TCU on the market, directly through the OBD port or via direct connections on the bench. 2. Unprecedented Processing Power kess 290 new
| Manufacturer | ECU Families | Success Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | EDC17, MED17, MG1CS001, Simos 18.1 | 99% (via OBD) | | BMW | DDE7, DDE8, MEVD17, MEVD18 (ISN extraction) | 95% (Bench for ISN) | | Mercedes-Benz | EDC17CP57, MED17.7, Continental SID807 | 98% (OBD Boot Mode) | | Ford | EDC17C64, PCM 9E, PCM 21 | 90% (Direct OBD) | | PSA (Peugeot/Citroen) | EDC17C60, SID803, MED17.4 | 100% (via BDM) | | Asian (Toyota/Hyundai) | Denso 32-bit, Siemens SIM2K-146 | 85% (Bench required) | the KESS3 (2026) to older Alientech tools in more detail
Fixed various bugs including RSA errors, unmatched key errors, and improved PCR2.1 unlocking. This versatility allows you to work on nearly
KESS 290 New is a compact ECU (engine control unit) tuning tool and firmware package used to read, write, and modify vehicle engine control software for performance, economy, or diagnostic purposes. It’s part of the KESS product line commonly used by automotive tuners and workshops for OBD and boot-mode flashing across many car and truck makes.
It covers cars, bikes, commercial vehicles, tractors, and marine engines, making it a "one-tool-fits-all" solution.
The hardware has been future-proofed with built-in functionalities: Embedded for advanced data logging.
