Bosch ECUs password reading
Some Bosch ECUs are protected by a password. When you perform a read, Autotuner automatically takes care of reading the password and then reads the data from the ECU. For Bosch ECUs with password, it is not necessary to proceed in two steps, Autotuner takes care of everything.
Very popularFiles formats (master, slave and backup)
Master file
The master file can be freely modified, it is not encrypted. It contains all the data constituting the engine mapping.
Slave file
The slave file cannot be freely modified. It can only be processed by the master to which the slave tool is linked.
The slave file is a file in .zip format that contains the same information as the backup file but also the data constituting the engine mapping.
The information it contains is encrypted and intended to be modified by a master.
Very popularTool serial number (ID)
To find the ID of your tool: start the software, click on "Help" and then "About".
The serial number is here:
Some readersManually update vehicles list
The list of vehicles is automatically updated each time the application is started.
Nevertheless, in order to manually update the list of the compatible vehicles, you can click on the "menu" button and then "update ecu list".
Some readersCompatible vehicles
All the vehicles compatible with Autotuner are listed at the following address:
Compatibility List
Some readersMeaning of the LEDs
Power (white)
It indicates the presence of 12V output. When flashing, it means that the ECU is powered. Be extremely careful when the ECU is powered because there is a risk of short circuit with a metal object.
Status (blue)
It flashes to indicate that the interface is working properly. If it does not flash, it is recommended to unplug and restart the interface.
USB activity (orange)
It flashes when data is transferred via USB.
Some readersHow-to decrypt slave files
If you have master tool and there are slave tools linked to your master, you may have to encrypt and decrypt files.
There are 3 solutions :
1. Managing slave files with the master tool with your tool connected to your computer in USB
Connect the Autotuner master tool to the USB port of your computer
Launch your Autotuner software
Click on "Manage Slave Files"
The software monitors the "Autotuner slave files" folder located in your computer and displays all the files avail
Few readersMeaning of the buttons
When you have selected a vehicle, the interface displays the operations window.
Different buttons are present on this window, here are their meaning:
Choose another ECU
Back to the vehicle selection
Identify
The tool checks the communication with the connected ECU and displays the references of it.
Help
Access to the help interface : step-by-step instructions and ECU/OBD locations.
Write
Tuned file or backup: Select a file on your computer and then write it to the ECU
Few readersUse precautions - Safety
Use of Autotuner tool and its accessories implies the respect of basic safety precautions in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: :
Avoid exposing the display to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Do not allow liquid, small particles or other foreign objects to get into the tool or accessories.
Do not insert foreign objects into the connectors of the tool.
The tool can not be brought into contact with water or any other fluid sour
Few readersVehicle selection
To access the list, click on "Select a vehicle"
All the vehicles compatible with Autotuner tool are represented in lists.
Compatible brands
Models available for the selected brand
Available engines for the selected model (sorted by fuel type)
Reading method available for the selected engine
For advanced users, a search function is available in the upper right corner of the window. This allows you to search and then select an ECU or a specific vehicle.
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