With this update, KESS3 allows you to work in BENCH mode on latest-generation ZF ‘Tiptronic’ automatic transmissions, directly from the Bosch ZF AL552/8HP55 TCU connector, performing reading, writing and cloning. This allows you to expand your intervention options, including when replacing or repairing the transmission control unit.

Work on the latest ZF transmissions installed in a range of VAG applications produced from 2016 onwards: Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen vehicles equipped with 55 TFSI (3.0 V6), 45 TDI and 50 TDI (3.0 V6) engines.

The real advantages for your daily work:

• Direct connection in BENCH mode
• TCU reading and writing
• Unit cloning
• More options for repair and replacement
• New opportunities on Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen models
• Coverage of widely used applications in key international markets

This new support expands the workshop’s TCU management capabilities, integrating programming, cloning and repair of the transmission control unit. A useful solution for working on the latest Tiptronic automatic transmissions.

Technical focus

• Connection: BENCH
• TCU: Bosch ZF AL552/8HP55
• Production years: from 2016
• Brands involved: Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen

Supported vehicles

• Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, Q7, Q8, S5
• Porsche Cayenne
• Volkswagen Touareg

Supported Transmissions

• ZF 8HP55 AL552

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