KESS3 Protocols Releases

Continental SID213 ECU for Ford and Volkswagen.

Before the holidays, Alientech is putting something under the tree that really makes a difference in the workshop. 

22.12.2025 – Upgrade 2.74

A new KESS3 release that introduces OBD reprogramming for Continental SID213 ECUs on the latest diesel commercial vehicles and pick-ups, equipped with 2.0 EcoBlue engines (from 2022 onwards). 

  • No ECU removal
  • Direct access via the diagnostic port
  • Faster, safer and more efficient operations

An upgrade designed for those who work every day on professional-use vehicles, where speed, reliability and uptime are essential. 

Why this release matters 

This development further expands KESS3’s operational capabilities and strengthens support for the latest- generation vehicles, addressing a real need of the modern workshop:  do more, in less time, with maximum safety. 

A real end-of-year value for those who continue to choose Alientech as their technical partner, today and throughout 2025. 

Technical focus

  • Connection: OBD
  • ECU: Continental SID213
  • Production years: from 2022
  • Brands involved: Ford, Volkswagen

Supported vehicles ECU

  • Ford Ranger, Transit, Transit Custom
  • Volkswagen Amarok

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