KESS3 Protocols Releases

Ford’s next-generation diesel engines? Now programmable via OBD with KESS3.

Manage the most widespread Bosch MD1 platforms of the Ford range directly in OBD.

26.11.2025 – Upgrade 2.65

Ford’s latest diesel engines are engineered to deliver efficiency, torque and reliability, even in professional and heavy-duty applications. Similarly, Bosch MD1 ECUs manage advanced combustion, emission and safety strategies.

With this release, KESS3 makes these platforms fully accessible via OBD, streamlining the entire programming process.

From EcoBlue units used in passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, to the powerful V6 and V8 engines of the Super Duty series—you can now perform read and write operations directly through the diagnostic port, with a stable, fast procedure suitable for everyday workshop activities.

Tuning becomes immediate and expands your operational capabilities on Ford diesel engines, making the MD1 platforms fully accessible.

Technical focus

  • Connection: OBD
  • ECU:
    • Bosch MD1CS005
    • Bosch MD1CP006
    • Bosch MD1CP061
    • Bosch MD1CP062
    • Bosch MD1CS025
    • Bosch MD1CS027
  • Production years: from 2017
  • Brands involved: Ford

Supported vehicles

Ford Ecosport, Fiesta, Focus, Kuga, Puma, Tourneo Connect, Tourneo Courier, Transit Connect, Transit Courier, Transit Custom, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, F-550 Super Duty, F-650 Super Duty, F-750 Super Duty, Ranger.

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