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Version 1.01
KESSv2 Slave
Instruction manual and User’s guide
This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of KESSv2, the ECU serial programming tool via onboard OBDII connector.
Страница 1: ...1 KESSv2 Slave Instruction manual and User s guide This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the functions and features of KESSv2 the ECU serial programming tool via onboard OB...
Страница 2: ...ical components of the vehicle and could void the warranty provided by the manufacturer sellers of the vehicle Alientech Srl its subsidiaries and affiliates make no warranties of any kind about any ex...
Страница 3: ...n images representing K Suite software and Alientech Data Bank used throughout this guide are subject to change without notice Regulatory Information The marks are located on the rear side of the tool...
Страница 4: ...not successful Checksum Operation that serves to verify the integrity of data in the engine control unit The checksum correction is performed on each modified file before loading it into the engine co...
Страница 5: ...ion is selected They provide indications about cables needed connection instructions and warnings and cautions that must be followed to correctly carry out the programming of the engine control unit M...
Страница 6: ...al communication Boot mode communication Communication mode with the electronic control unit in which the ECU system is started in a particular operating mode this allows performing operations normall...
Страница 7: ...side of the tool 12 Basic operations 13 Installing the K Suite software 13 Installing the KESSv2 13 Tool registration 14 K Suite software main screen 15 Configuring KESSv2 for the use 15 How to set th...
Страница 8: ...te software and KESSv2 29 Updating the Operating Manuals 30 Troubleshooting 31 Contacts 34 Technical Support Service 34 Additional information 35 Optional accessories 35 Specifications 37 Hardware War...
Страница 9: ...odification of the K Suite software or of its circuit configurations is provided Disassembling will void the system warranty and it may be dangerous Use and handling Keep the product and all accessori...
Страница 10: ...ECU or a data loss or corruption even partial occurs and it is not possible to make a recovery Alientech Srl its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be will not be held liable for any damages costs...
Страница 11: ...4300KCAN 1 Universal Cable 144300K201 1 K4 Cable 14P600KCK4 1 USB Cable 1 KESSv2 Suitcase If any items are missing please contact your Master dealer providing the Serial Number of the tool or info ali...
Страница 12: ...arious protocols available in the K Suite software to know which cable to connect to the type of ECU on which you want to work Left side of the tool 1 Status LEDs The red LED top lights up when the to...
Страница 13: ...you may be required to install additional software such as Microsoft Visual C In the event that this request appears follow the on screen instructions to install any additional software 5 Select the...
Страница 14: ...provided At first login you will be prompted to set a new password The registration of the tool is required to activate the tool and the warranty In case of changing the email address or phone number...
Страница 15: ...of vehicles For instructions on this button refer to the Operating Manuals dedicated to families requiring the use of this option 4 Help Button To download the Operating Manuals dedicated to the vario...
Страница 16: ...window of the K Suite software 2 In the Size of the vehicle selection windows pane select the window size that best suits your computer screen When possible we recommend using 1024x768 resolution to s...
Страница 17: ...of the K Suite software 2 In the Language pane click Select 3 Select the language you want to use the K Suite software It is possible to change the language of the K Suite software at any time even i...
Страница 18: ...ed on the vehicle Mode The connection mode to the vehicle and or the ECU that is OBDII for connections to be made via the diagnostic connector of the vehicle TRICORE for connections to be made in boot...
Страница 19: ...hould check the Checksum in another way RD The check mark indicates whether the ECU supports the reading If the box is white empty it is not possible to read the ECU through the diagnostic connector o...
Страница 20: ...ck on the Help button in the main window of the K Suite software 2 Click on Check and wait until the tool connects to the Alientech Data Bank 3 Click on Download to download the Operating Manuals in t...
Страница 21: ...he Technical Support Service Customer Code It indicates your Customer Code to access to the Alientech Data Bank and report to any request to the Technical Support Service Group Code It indicates the C...
Страница 22: ...s buttons in the main window of the K Suite software b Using the EXTRAS button in the main window of the K Suite software recommended for advanced users How to choose a Family using the Vehicles butto...
Страница 23: ...cessor BOOT for connections to be made on bench in boot mode on engine control units equipped with TEMIC engine To make connections in boot mode with KESSv2 on engine control units equipped with micro...
Страница 24: ...fer to the section File Management page 28 for more details Writing is always available for all families so there is no dedicated column For the OBDII mode use the cable proposed in the Operating Manu...
Страница 25: ...ogram Bootloader Tricore Bootloader ST10Fxxx OBDII 2 Select the type of ECU For the OBDII mode use the cable proposed in the Operating Manuals of the selected Family For the Tricore Mode you need to u...
Страница 26: ...ls page 30 Number and type of items in the programming menu depend on the Family of communication or the type of ECU selected Menu items Description K Line To communicate with the ECU using the K line...
Страница 27: ...se any DTC errors Set Up To access a possible submenu of settings Pull Up To choose the most appropriate pull up resistor of the tool to perform reading writing operations on the K line Normally it is...
Страница 28: ...Slave tool allows you to read encoded files from the engine control unit and write only encoded files received from your Master Also to rewrite the original file or restore the backup file you need t...
Страница 29: ...ates To update the K Suite software and download any new protocols published 1 Connect the KESSv2 to your computer using the supplied USB cable 2 Start the K Suite software and do not press SKIP on th...
Страница 30: ...v2 is connected to your computer 2 Click on the Help button in the main window of the K Suite software 3 Click on Check If the green check mark is displayed it means that the manuals are updated if th...
Страница 31: ...ar code located on the underside of the tool As an alternative connect the tool to your computer start the K Suite and click on Info in the main screen of the software How to get the LOG file Connect...
Страница 32: ...in page of the K Suite software The K Suite software does not function properly Make sure you have downloaded the Windows NET Framework 3 5 update Restart the K Suite software installation see section...
Страница 33: ...nical Support Service providing the error code displayed and a detailed description of the operations performed Error messages Checksum error or Correction Checksum Error Reinstall the K Suite softwar...
Страница 34: ...oviding Your Customer Code Detailed description of the operations performed Any error code displayed on the screen If possible a screenshot of the error The Technical Support Service is available By e...
Страница 35: ...ped with standard diagnostic connectors 144300K202 20 pin Diagnostic Connector Cable BMW 144300K203 38 pin Diagnostic Connector Cable Mercedes 144300K204 38 pin Diagnostic ECU Connector Cable for BOSC...
Страница 36: ...0 VW Truck 144300K237 12 pin Diagnostic Connector Cable MAN 144300K238 16 pin Diagnostic Connector Cable Volvo 144300K245 9 pin Round Diagnostic Connector Cable CAT J1939 Data link 144300K246 9 pin Ro...
Страница 37: ...and 64bit Windows 7 32bit and 64bit 256 Mb RAM USB port Active Internet connection for installation and subsequent updates of the software communication with the ECU or the vehicle is available also o...
Страница 38: ...solution you propose is impossible or too onerous Alientech Srl shall repair or replace the Product within a reasonable time and without causing you significant inconvenience If repair or replacement...
Страница 39: ...inspect and or repair tools that are not accompanied by the RMA form filled out in all its parts Software License All the rights to the hardware and software including without limitation any images ph...
Страница 40: ...erse engineer alter all or in part add or embed the K Suite into other software except to the extent expressly permitted by the rules in force Except for any warranty condition representation or imper...
